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BOSTON: 

.MERCANTILE PUBLISHING COMPANY, 

No. 258 Purchase Street. 

1890. 






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"I am wonderfully delighted to see a body of men thriving in their own fortunes, 
and at the same time promoting the public stock, or, in other words, raising estates for 
their own families, by bringing into the country whatever is wanting, and carrying out of 
it whatever is superfluous. Nature seems to have taken particular care to disseminate her 
blessings among the different regions of the world, with an eye to their mutual intercourse 
and traffic among nuinkind, that the nations of the several parts of the globe might have a 
kind of dependence upon one another, and be united together by their common interest." 
Addison. 

In offering this book to to the public, the aim of the publishers has been to present 
in a concise manner the principal events in the history of Nashua and vicinity, and a 
brief review of its leading business interests. 

In the following pages wiU be found descriptions of the many establishments to whose 
influence this section owes much of its fame as a manufacturing and jobbing center. . The 
financial institutions and wholesale and retail houses described in this volume are also 
leaders in their particular lines, and their push and enterprise is rapidly extending the 
influence of Nashua and vicinity as a great trade center. 

While the majority are old established houses and leaders in every sense of the word, 
we have mentioned others, who,- though recently established, ai-e, through their enterprise 
and ability, deserving of notice. We commend these firms, as a whole, to the favorable 
attention of all. 

In conclusion, we beg to extend our hearty thanks for the liberal patronage this 
work has received. 

MERCANTILE PUBLISHING CO. 



COPYEIGHT. 

MERCANTILE PUBLISHING CO. 

1890. 



\For Contents see last j^ge.'] 




INTRODUCTION. 



A great critic has declared "to read history appreciatively 
requiies uiore powers of imagination than does the writing of a 
romance," and truly one familiar with the Nashua of to-day — 
prosperous, progressive manufacturing city, with its population 
of twenty thousand, its street cars, its water supply, its fire alarm 
telegraph, its electric lights, its telephone service and all the other 
belongings of an enterprising and wealthy modern comjnuuity — must be 
gifted with an imagination of extraordinary power to be able to lealize that these i)aved streets 
were once untrodden wilderness ; that wild animals and no less wild Indians were once the only 
inhabitants, and that in later times the few white settlers literally "carried their lives in their 
hands," the only barrier under Providence between them and death being the old "flint-locks" 
which could never be entirely depended upon. For years Nashua was a frontier town, there being 
no white settlement nearer than Canada on the north ; than Exeter on the east, or tlian AUiany on 
the west. It was in fact the first inland town in New Hampshire to be settled, the pioneers taking 
up their abode within Its limits about 225 years ago. 



The First Settlement. 

The precise date of the original settlement is not known, but it was some time between 1665 
and 1670, that the first, few, rude log-cabins were built near Salmon Brook. The first white men 
known to have crossed Salmon Brook and Nashua River were Captain Edward Johnson and Cap- 



4 NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 

tain Simon Willard accompanied by Jonathan, Ince and John Shearman, the two latter acting as 
surveyors. These men had been commissioned by the colonial government of Massachusetts as an 
exploring expedition to discover the northern extent of Massachusetts' territory, and were ordered 
to reach the head of the Merrimack Eiver, and there establish a "bound," for Massachusetts then 
claimed all of New Hampshire south of Lake Wiunipesaukee. The services of Indian guides were 
IJrocured and the party journeyed up the west bank of the Merrimack. Upon reaching the outlet 
of the lake they found a convenient rock just above the surface of the water and chose it for their 
"bound," marking it : — 

EI S W 

W P lOHX 

ENDICVT 
GOV 

Which modernized and amplified reads : — 

Edwaed Johnson. Simon Willard. 

Worshipful John 

Endicut, 

Governor. 

This expedition was made in the summer of 1652, and we may say in passing that although 
nearly 240 years have since elapsed and innumerable "committees" and "comhiissions" have 
been appointed to investigate and settle the matter, the exact dividing lines between Xew Hamp- 
shire and Massachusetts has never been definitely determined, and judging from present appear- 
ances never will be. 

Had not Massachusetts claimed the territory in which Nashua is located it would probobly 
not have been settled nearly so early as it was, for the settlement of New Hampshire proceeded 
very slowly for a number of years following the founding of Dover and Portsmouth in 1623, while 
on the other hand thei-e was a brisk demand for lauds within the limits of Massachusetts and the 
colonial government fostered it by pursuing a liberal and enterprising policy and granting exten- 
sive tracts of desirable territory to active and responsible men. By the year 16.5.5, grants had been 
made of the lands as far north as Groton and even Chelmsford, and as the demand was at this 
time greater than before, the Massachusetts authorities began to issue grants of land in the Mer- 
rimack Valley, within the present limits of New Hampshire. 

John Whiting was given 400 acres extending a mile along the south side of Salmon Brook, and 
in 1673 a grant of 1000 acres was made in favor or the Ancient and Honorable Artillery 
Company of Boston. This land was on the north side of the Nashua Eiver and was bounded on the 
east by the Merrimack. It was known as the "Artillery Farm" and comprised that portion of 
Nashua nortn of the river. Artillery Pond, which occupied the central part of North Common up 
to a comparatively recent date, got its name from this source. The company retained possession 
of the land until 1743, when it was sold to Colonel Joseph Blanchard. Many other grants were 
made, the entire territory thus disposed of comprising some 14,000 acres and extending along both 
sides of the river, and a petition was presented "To the honored Governor, Deputy Governor, with 
the Magistrates now assembled in the General court at Boston, September 19, 1673," by "the 
proprietors of the farms that are laid out upon the Merrimack River and places adjacent, with 
others who desire to join with them in the settlement of a plantation there." The petition de- 
scribed themselves as ' 'persons who are of sober and orderly conversation, ' ' and prayed that the 
"Honorable Court will please grant the like immunities to this plantation as they have formerly 
granted to other plantations." There were 26 names signed to this document and the men bearing 
them were so prominently identified with the settlement and development of the town that we piint 
the list in full : 



NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 



Thomas Brattle, 
Robert Proctor, 
James Piirkesou, 
Thomas Wheeler, 
Sampson Sheafe, 
John Morse, 
Abraham Parker, 
Robert Parris, 
Nathaniel Blood, 



James Knapp, 
Joseijh Wheeler, 
Thomas Edwards, 
John Turner, 
Joseph Parker, 
William Lakiu, 
James Packer, Jr., 
Josejjh Parker, 
Zachariah Lonu;. 



Jonathan Tyng, 
Simon Willard, 
Robert Gibbs, 
Peter Bulkley, 
Samuel Scarlet, 
Samuel Combs, 
John Parker, 
John Joliffe, 



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erally accepted reason is that it was given as a compliment to Mrs. Marj- Tyng, who was born in 
Dunstable, England, and was the mother of Jonathan Tyng, whose name is second among the pe- 
titioners and who was one of the most active and successful of the original settlers. He was a 
man of great i)ersonal bravery and had more than the average amount of that grim determination 
which so strongly characterized New Englands' i^ioneers. Two years after the incorporation of the 
town, King Phillip's war drove all the settlers to the older and safer communities ; that is, all but 
Tyng. His home was strongly fortified, and was located in wliat is now Tyngsborough, 3Iass., 
two miles from the state line. He obtained a few allies from'Boston, and throughout the long and 



6 NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 

bloody war kept off the marauding savages, greeting the returning colonists at the close of the 
struggle, in 1678. 

The original township of Dunstable approximates 200 square miles in area, and includes the 
present city of Nashua, and the towns of Hudson, Hollis, Dunstable and Tyngsborough together 
with portions of Amherst, Milford, Merrimack, Litchfield, Londonderry, Pelham, Dracut, Brook- 
line, Groton and Pepperell. This enormous tract of land contained about 128,000 acres, and the 
city of Nashua occupies a site almost exactly in its centre. Not only the convenience but the very 
existence of the original settlers was dependent upon their living near enough to one another to 
render mutual support in time of emergency, and therefore the first thing to be arranged was the 
location of the occupied lands. Naturally, the land bordering on the Merrimack Eivef, below 
Salmon Brook was selected as offering the greatest combination of advantages in the way of secur- 
ity, convenience and fertility, and as a consequence the "house-lotts" of eligible land not to exceed 
30 acres, which it was agreed every actual settler should have as a personal right, had their base 
on the' Merrimack, and extended southward to the existing state line; they being laid out by an 
experienced and competent surveyor, Jonathan Danforth. The settlement of the town in good 
earnest was but faii'ly begun when it was brought to a complete and most abrupt stop by King 
Phillip's war, in 1675. The'colonists were panic stricken by the burning of Lancaster and of 
Groton and by the attack upon Chelmsford ; and indeed they had every reason to fear the most, 
for had it not been for the interference of Wanolancet, chief of the Penacooks, Dunstable would 
have shown the fate of adjacent towns. 

The spring of 1678 witnessed the return of peace, and one by one the colonists came back, and 
resumed the work so tragically interupted. They had much to do aside from the prosecution of 
their private business affairs, and it is probable that one of their first acts on returning was the 
building of a meeting house, for the indications are that the original structure for this purpose was 
erected in 1678. .At all events it is certain that the first ''learned and orthodox" minister was se- 
cured the following year, in the person of the Reverend Thomas Weld, who settled in the south 
part of the town on land now included in the Highland Farm. Another noteworthy event of 1679 
was the building of the first saw mill in Southern New Hampshire, at AUd's Bridge on Salmon 
Brook. The beavers had long before dammed the stream at that point, so that the task of the 
builders was an easy one. John Sollendine built the first bridge across the brook in 1679, and his 
marriage the following year was the first which had been solemnized in town. 

New Hampshire was released from its subserviency to Massachusetts in 1679, it being made a 
royal province by decree of Charles the Second, but this had no immediate effect upon Dunstable, 
the town continuing to be governed by Massachusetts law for more than 60 years thereafter. In 
fact, a different condition of affairs would have been ruinous to the community, for the nearest 
New Hampshire settlement was 40 miles distant, and the way to it lay through a trackless forest, 
far more difficult to traverse than is the ocean to-day. It was entirely upon Massachusetts that 
Dunstable depended for aid in repelling the sudden and sanguinary Indian attacks, and every 
consideration of safety, of social intercourse and of material development, demanded that the 
alliance and identification with Massachusetts be ' maintained. Living, as it were, on the very 
threshold of the enemy's country — an enemy all the more dangerous for not being an openly avowed 
foe — the people of Dunstable needed all the protection which the comparative wealth and prestige 
of the government of Massachusetts could give them, and this need was demonstrated with 
redoubled urgency by the events following the breaking out of King William's war, in 1688, or 
barely nine years after the confiict with King Philip had been ended. King William's war, 
although primarily a combat between England and France, was particularly disastrous to the New 
England colonists, from the fact that it forced them to resume their desperate encounters with 
the savages under more unfavorable conditions than had ever before existed, for the Indians were 
the allies of the French, and were supplied with an abundance of guns, amunition and other muni- 
tions of war, besides being aided by the moral support which an alliance with a great and civilized 



NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. 7 

nation naturally entails. Long before the declaration of war, the, French had begun to so work 
upon the sympathies of the Indians as to gain their friendship while stirring up their enmity to 
the English, and although no admittable excuse can be made for a policy whose inevitable, and, 
indeed, desired effect was to let loose a horde of merciless savages, quite regardless of the first 
principles of civilized warfare, against the women and children who formed so large a proportion 
of New England's population, still it must be confessed that the English had by their own treat- 
ment of the Indians paved the way for a successful progress of the scheme. 

The Jesuit missionaries and other emissaries of the French took every occasion to point out 
to the Indians that English supremacy meant Indian extinction ; that they had been robbed, 
cheated, betrayed, abused and spurned in the past, and under existing conditions would continue 
to be wronged in the future ; but such teachings would have amounted to nothing had there not 
been a fij-ni foundation of truth to sustain them. One need not be an implicit believer in the 
'•noble red man," as represented by Cooper, in order to apijreciate and be ashamed of the treat- 
ment which the original owners of our country have received, from the landing of Columbus up to 
the present day. jSTor is the condemnation which this treatment deserves to be palliated by the 
comparatively few exceptions to the rule ; on the contrary it is to be emphasized — as light empha- 
sizes darkness, and goodness emphasizes evil. From the testimony *f the colonists themselves, 
we know that the savages were not uninfluenced by kind and just treatment. They were pas- 
sionate, bloodthirsty, revengeful, merciless and often treacherous ; as wild and untamed, in many 
respects, as " the beasts that perish," but after all they were men — men with human hopes, loves, 
desires and ambitions, and God only knows how much their deeds of butchery and plunder were 
due to the avarice and brutality of the whites, and how much to the evil of their own natures. 
The few instances in which they were recognized and used as men by those desiring their lands or 
other possessions, stand out bright and clear on the dark page of history, the vivid contrast being 
appreciated by even the least observant. Who does not know the name of Penn, and among all 
the transactions of his long and busy life, by what single one is he universally known and 
honored i. That wonderful treaty, "never sworn to and never broken," might well have served 
as a model, by the faithful following of which untold suffering and loss of life would have been 
averted. The dealings of the national government with the Indians are graphically described in 
that carefully prepared and mercilessly accurate book, "A Century of Dishonor," and material to 
form another book, equally large and equally sorrowful, could be obtained from the records of the 
several colonies prior to the adoption of a National form of government. 

One great secret of the success of the French in gaining the co-operation of the savages, was 
their policy of treating them as equals, for the Indian nature is nothing if not proud, and the openly 
expressed superiority of the English was almost as galling as their acts of oppression were. Many 
of the New England Indians had been driven into Canada, where the French had many strongly 
fortified posts and a large force of soldiers ; the result of seeing which was, of course, to strongly 
impress the savages with the immense resources of the French nation. Shortly after war had been 
declared, the Penacock and Eastern Indians swooped down uiion the settlement at Dover, and mas- 
sacred Major Waldron and twenty others, retreating then to Canada with many captives. An 
attack upon Dunstable had been contemplated by this same force, but news of it came to the ears 
of the colonists, and the assault was not made. A mounted patrol was despatched by the govern- 
ment to the aid of the town, and its presence, together witli the vigilance of the settlers, averted 
any disasters which might otherwise have occurred, for some time, but the cunning foe were watch- 
ing their oi)portunity, and it came on the evening of the second of September, 1C91. A house on 
the north side of Salmon Brook, occupied by Joseph Hassell, Sr., his wife, Anna, their son, Ben- 
jamin, and Mary Marks, a relative, was the point of attack, and the assault was so unexpected and 
fierce that all of the inmates were slain. Before the end of the month, another tragic event took 
place, Obadiah Perry and Christopher Temple being killed by the Indians, on the south bank of 
the Nashua River. Cotton Mather referred to the period of ten years which King William's war 



8 NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 

lasted as "the decade of sorrows," and it was truly a bitter time for the colonists, and particularly 
for those residing at such exposed points as that occupied by Dunstable. More than half of the 
families removed to more secure neighborhoods, and in 1699 there were but twenty families remain- 
ing in Upper Dunstable, while the total population did not exceed 120. So severely were the 
resources of the contmunity drawn ujion, that in 1701 the Selectmen were obliged to petition the 
General Court for aid in supporting the ministry, and as a i-esult the town received twelve pounds 
from the public funds. Although there were already four "garrison-houses," or strongly fortified 
log cabins at Salmon Brook, the need of more efficient protection was felt, and the matter being 
l)rought to the notice of the General Court, that body authorized the building of a fort at ' ' Wata- 
nuck, as Salmon Brook was called by the Indians. This action was taken in the autumn of 1702, 
and steps were immediately begun to carry it into effect, a heavy structure surrounded by a stock- 
ade of hewn timbers being erected. A garrison of eleven men was organized, and Lieutenant 




Main Street, Nashua, looking north from City Hall. 



William Tyng was placed in charge. Hostilities were renewed between France and England in 
1703, the ten years' struggle known as Queen Anne's war being begun. As in King William's 
war, the Indians were heart and soul in sympathy with the French, and made a general attack on 
all the exposed settlements. In but little more than a mouth some 200 white i^eople were killed 
and captured, and it became evident that either the power of the Indians must be broken for good 
and all, or the outlying settlements must be abandoned. The government of Masstichusetts placed 
a price upon the heads of the savages, giving a bounty of forty pounds for every scalp taken. At 
first thought one might consider this action uncalled for, as the settlers had every reason to hunt 
the Indians down without receiving a dollar for it, but when the poverty of the people is remem- 
bered it will be seen that they could not spare the time or furnish the supplies necessary to take 
the field against the Indians without ijecuniary recompense. 

Dunstable soon had practical experience of what the war meant to frontier settlements, for 
but a little while after hostilities had been begun, Eobert Parris, one of the most prominent of the 
townspeople, was massacred together with his family. His house was on the main road to Chelms- 



NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 9 

ford, adjacent to the site of the Highland Farm buildings. It was a heavily built structure, de- 
signed to resist Indian attacks ; but the savages crept softly up just as twilight was merging into 
darknesss, and, finding the door open, were enabled to enter unmolested. The father, mother, 
and olde.st daughter were killed at once, but two little girls, the only survivors of the family, con- 
cealed themselves under a hogshead in the cellar. Their suspense and fear must have been quite 
beyond the power of words to descril)e, for the savages searched the premises for more victims and 
even rapped on the hogshead with their tomahawks. The darkness and the haste of the Indians 
proved the salvation of the trembling little sufferers, who finally made their way to the nearest 
neighbors and told their mournful and dreadful story. These girls were sent to relatives in 
Charlestown, Mass., and lived to l)ecome wives and mothers themselves : and we can imagine them 
z'epeatedly telling the story of their wonderful escape to their children as they sat around the great 
wood fire in the long winter evenings and recalled what must have seemed more a hideous dream 
than a horrible reality. 

The wondeiful facility with which human nature accommodates itself to circumstances has 




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often been commented upon, and remarkable instances of it are to be found on ev(My page of the 
historj' of Indian warfare. It would seem as though the knowledge that the neigliboring woods 
might be infested with hostile red men, lying like a coiled snake prepared to strike silently but 
with deadly effect at an instant's notice, would be enough to cause every possible precaution to be 
exercised by the settlers, but familiarity with danger as with many other things is apt to breed 
contempt, and as a consequence the most simple and obvious .safe-guards were in many cases 
neglected. We have seen that the door of Parris's house was open for the entrance of the red- 
skins, and a yet more striking exam])le of carelessness is that afforded by the circumstances 
attending an attack by a very strong Indian force upon the ''Weld Fort'" in Dunstable. These 
savages were not resident in the vicinity, they being of the ^lohawk tribe, but they were thorough- 
ly ac(iuainted with the lay of the land, as it hatl been their habit for many generations to make 
raids along the Merrimack Valley, for the purpose of despoiling the local Indian triljes and gaining 
the much coveted scalps. A force of 270 Mohawks reached the vicinity of Dunstable in the 



10 NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 

summer of 1706, and with cbaracteristic cunuing surveyed the ground very carefully before making 
their presence known. A detachment planned, to attack Weld's and Galusha's Forts the same 
night, and spies were posted to give warning of the approach of re-inforcements for either garrison. 

A niounted patrol of 20 scouts chanced to put up at the Weld fort on July 3d, the night of the 
contemplated attack, and for some reason the Indians were in utter ignorance that the place was 
so strongly guarded. The patrol felt so secure that they did not even place a sentry, and prepar- 
ations were made for a night of Jollity and carousing. At about the sunset hour, John Cummings 
and his wife went out to milk the cows, and by leaving the door open gave the lurking Indians 
their wished-for opportunity. The savages made a rush, shot the woman dead, seriously 
wounded the man, and with frightful cries and whoops crowded into the house. The scene which 
ensued would have been in the highest degree comic had it not been for the tragic element identi- 
fied with it, for both whites and red-skins were overcome with astonishment, and for an instant 
stood stupidly staring at one another. Fortunately the orgie had not proceeded far enough for 
any of the soldiers to have become overcome by liquor, and although totally unarmed, half a dozen 
or so of the boldest and readiest spirits made a desperate attack upon the Indians, wielding chairs, 
benches and anything else that could be used as a weapon or missile. The savages were never of 
much account in a hand to hand compat with the brawny and brave pioneers, and the surprising 
party rushed from the house astonished, bewildered and panic-stricken. It would seem as though 
reliable and accurate record of so important an event in the early history of the town would have 
been made, but so far is this from being the case that no conclusive statement can be made of the 
loss sustained by the whites. From one source we learn that the only victim among the soldiers 
was the trumpeter of the patrol, he being shot as he was descending the stairway to warn his 
companions of the approach of the Indians, whom he had seen from the attic. On the other hand, 
a contemporary historian, Penhallow, avers that the redskins fired a volley on entering the house 
which killed about half of the soldiers. Cummings, the man whose wife was shot down at the 
beginning of the attack, escaped to the woods with a broken arm, and next morning reached a 
garrison house located just above the site of what is now Tyngsborough Village. 

The attack upon the Galusha house proved more successful, the only defenders being three 
men, assisted to some extent by a woman and a boy. A stout resistance was made, but the 
savages called fire to their aid, and the inmates of the house had to choose between being smothered 
or burned, and rushing out in the forlorn hope of eluding their enemies. They chose the latter 
course, and with what success is doubtful, for by one account the man and the boy escaped, while 
according to Penhallow the woman was the sole survivor. This same fatal night of July 3d 
witnessed the annihilation of the family of Xathaniel Blanchard, who lived near the old cemetery 
in the south part of the town, three miles from .Salmon Brook. Xathaniel, Susannah, his wife; 
Susannah, his daughter ; and Hannah, his brother's wife, were killed, or, as the town records 
express it, '' died " at the hands of the Indians. Before the month had elapsed a severe blow was 
dealt the colonists by the killing of Joe English, an Indian who had repeatedly proved his devotion 
to the whites, and had a wide-spread reputation for courage and fertility of resource. A volume 
might be written concerning this remarkable character, for almost innumerable stories have been 
circulated of his coolness in danger, his uncontjuerable determination, and his many and signal 
services to the whites. He was the son of a famous Agawam chief, and although known by the 
Indians themselves to be friendly to the English and therefore treated as an enemy, his wonderful 
acuteness enabled him in several instances to fathom the savages' plans, and give warning to the 
colonists of contemplated attacks. Of course, the Indians al)horred him, and he well knew that 
the most excraciating tortures awaited him should he ever fall into their hands alive. Joe English 
met his death on the 27th of July, while escorting, in company with a soldier. Captain Butterfield 
and his wife, who were mounted on one horse and were riding from Dunstable to Chelmsford. 
They were ambushed at Holden's Brook, the Indians firing a volley and killing the horse, their 
evident intention being to capture the whole party, and especially Joe English, alive. Captain 



NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 11 

Butterfield escaped, as did the soldier, but Mrs. Butterfield was captured, and the entire party of 
Indians made a rush for Joe English, whose capture they of course desired above all things. As 
he dashed for the woods his arm was shattered by a ball, causing him to drop his gun, and an 
instant afterward his thigh was broken. Although horribly tortured he never lost his fortitude, 
but maintained his courage unaltered to the end. His widow and two childred were given a grant 
by the General Assembly of Massachusetts, and to this day his name is borne by a famous hill in 
New Boston. 

The years dragged wearily by, and in 1713 the war was terminated by the "peace of 
Utrecht." The consequent cutting off of supply forced the Indians from the war-path, and it was 
time, for a few more years of savage warfare would have resulted in the almost complete extinction 
of the New Hampshire settlements, which were at this date five in number — Portsmouth, Dover, 
Exeter, Hampton and Dunstable. With the return of peace came emigrants from England, and 
bold pioneers began to settle north of Dunstable's limits. By the year 1722, settlements had been 
made at Hudson, Londoudery, Litchfield, Chester, Pelham and Merrimack, and this same year, 
witnessed renewed depredations by the Indians, attacks being made upon Dover, Portsmouth and 
the scattered houses adjacent. Dunstable was not molested, and as no traces of Indians could be . 
found, the settleis gradually relaxed the extreme caution they had at first observed. Nathan 
Cross and Thomas Blanchard were collecting turpentine on the north side of the Nashua Eiver, 
September 4, 1724, when they were captured by a party of Indians from Canada. Their failure to 
return home resulted in the departure of a scouting party of ten, under the command of Lieutenant 
Ebenezer French, the next morning in search of them. French had more courage than judge- 
ment, and although warnedby one of his men to proceed cautiously, he insisted upon following 
directly upon the trail of the Indians, saying to his companions, "If any of you are not afraid, let 
him follow me." Of course, they followed him to a man; were ambushed and slain, the sole 
survivor being Josiah Farwell, whose prudent counsel had been despised. A large force of whites 
had a battle with this same band of Indians a few days later, just above the mouth of the Nashua 
River, the redskins occupying the north bank and the whites the south. The Indians finally with- 
drew, leaving carved on the trunk of a tree an Indian's head ; this incident giving that locality the 
name it afterward bore. 

The settlers of Dunstable had two courses open to them ; they could adopt a purely defensive 
policy and depend upon eternal vigilance to escape surprise, or they could take the offensive and 
transfer the scene of battle to the Indian country. At this period, no town in New England could 
muster a more efficient band of Indian fighters than Dunstable and in Cajjtain John Lovewell, Jr., 
they had a commander who had no e<|ual in carrying on Indian warfare. He was born and brought 
up in Nashua, and his many daring deeds reflected great honor on the town, and made him the 
best known soldier in New England, with the exception of General John Stark. Captain Lovewell 
determined to begin a campaign against the Indians, immediately after the destruction of Lieuten- 
ant Ficnch and his men, whicli sliould insi)irc.th('m with a wholesome respect for the whites and 
put an end to their continual raids upon Dunstable and other exposed points. A petition was sent 
to the Massachusett General Court, signed l)y John Lovewell, Josiah Farwell, and Jonathan Bob- 
bins, and asking for leave to raise a company, "to range and to keep out in the woods for several 
months together, in order to kill and destroy their enemy Indians." Permission was given and a 
bounty of one hundred ])ounds a scalp promised. A company was soon organized, and under the 
command of Captain Lovewell went as far north as Lake Winnipesaukee ; the result of this 
expedition being the killing of one Indian and the capture of a boy. In January, 1725, another 
attempt was made, the company finally reached Bear Camp Eiver in Tamworth, where Indian 
signs were found. The trail was followed, and at sunset on the 20th of February the smoke of a 
camp fire was seen. About midnight the whites, who had lain concealed until then, crept around 
and came upon ten Indians asleep around a fire by the side of what is now Lovewell's Pond, in 
Wakefield. Not a man escaped, and the company received one thousand i)Ounds on their return home. 



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NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. 



The Peqiiawkets were amoug the boldest and most dangerous of all the Indian tribes, and 
Captain Lovewell proposed to break their power forever by destroying their principal village, on 
the Saco Eiver, Fryeburg, Maine. This was 130 miles from Dunstable in an entirely unfamiliar 
country, and the difficulties and dangers to be overcome could hardly be overestimated, but Love- 
vrell managed to rise 46 men, with which force he left Salmon Brook, April IG, 1725. When the 
west shore of Ossipee Lake was reached, a rude fort was built to retreat to in case of disaster. 
Ten men were left here, and as sickness had caused several to return home, Lovewell had but 34 
men when he departed from Lake Ossipee on his 40 mile march to Pequawket village. The first 
Indian was seen on the shore of Saco Pond, and the little company proceeded very cautiously, hav- 
ing laid aside their packs and made every pieparation for a sti-uggle to the death, for although 
they surmised that their foes greatly outnumbered them, they were determined not to avoid the 




Main Street, Xashua, looking nokth fkom Peakl Stkeet. 



combat. The savages were in their rear as well as in front and had discovered the packs of the 
whites and thus learned that they were few in number. This gave them courage and they made an 
onslaught ui)on the com])any from two sides. The result of the first volley was greatly in favor of 
the whites, and the Indians fell back to the thicket, leaving the whites comparatively exposed 
T^hile the redskins were almost entirely hidden. Captain Lovewell and other officers were soon 
killed, and the company retreated to Saco Pond which jirotected their rear and enabled them to 
to hold the savages off. The Indians offered quarter but the whites scornfully refused it, 
and fought hopelessly but with a grim determination to sell their lives dearly. A dramatic inci- 
dent occurred during the fight in the shape of a personal encounter between the famous Paugus, 
chief of the tribe, and John Chamberlain, of Groton. These men knew each other and exchanged 
defiances several times during the battle. Finally both went to the pond to clean their guns, and 
standing but a short distance apart, began to load at the same instant. Chamberlain took the 



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chance of his gun becoming primed by being struck heavily on the breech ami was thus enabled to 
■fire an instant before Paugus, mortally wounding the great chief and causing him to miss his aim. 
The battle lasted from ten in the morning until sunset, when the Indians withdrew, there not 
remaining more than 20 of the uninjured, out of a force more than double the original number of 
whites. But nine of the latter were unhurt, and as they had no idea how severely the Indians had 
suffered and expected them to return every moment, they decided to retreat to the fort at Ossipee 
when the moon rose. Lieutenant Robbins was too severely wounded to accompany them, and the 
spirit with which he met his fate is elocpiently shown by his request ''Load my gun and leave it 
with me ; as the Indians will come in the morning to scalp me, I will kill one more if I can." The 
few survivors painfully journeyed to Ossipee Fort only to find it abandoned, the garrison having 
heard through an early deserter that the company had been massacred to a man. After great suf- 
fering from hunger and other causes, Dunstable was reached and the stirring story of the ill-fated 




HujH School House. 



campaign told to the grief-stricken settlers. A company was despatched to the battlefield ; Love- 
well and ten of his men being buried at a spot now marked by a monument. Tlie General Court 
of Massachusetts gave 1500 pounds to the widows and orphans and extensive grants of land to the 
survivors. Every member of the company from Dunstable was either killed outi-ight or died from 
wounds received, the sole exception being Noah Johnson, who not only recovered from his wounds 
but outlived all his companions in the fight, he dying at Pembrook at the age of 100 years, in 1798. 
Great as was the loss of life in the '-rireat Fight" as it was afterward called, the results at- 
tained by it atoned for the slaughter committed and vindicated Captain Lovewell's assurance that 
the result of the expedition would be to put an end to organized Indian attacks upon the Xew 
England .settlements. The red men were taught a lesson they never forgot and .soon withdrew to 
Canada ; making it is true a raid now and then when stimulated to do so by the French ; but for 
the most part being content to leave the English severely alone unless the latter were ranging far 



14 NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 

from home. The failure of Captain Lovewell to surprise the Indians could not possibly have been 
foreseen, for the only reason the tables were turned was that Paugus and SO warriors chanced to be 
coming back from a trip down the Saco River, and saw the trail of the whites. This they followed 
for 40 hours, and having gained posession of the hidden packs and drawn the whites into an am- 
buscade, the Indians confidently expected an easy victory. The death of their chief and the killing 
and wounding of three-quarters of their band by the white men even under their disadvantages, 
spread terror throughout the Indian country and bred a respect for English prowess which was 
never forgotten. With this fight closes the bloody record of Dunstable's encounters with the 
savages, and if we have dwelt upon it at some length, we need make no apology for calling atten- 
tion to events which especially distinguished Dunstable from many other settlements, and proved 
her residents to be men of iron mould, capable of suffering much, enduring much and accomplish- 
ing much ; industrious in time of peace ; active, daring, and terrible in time of war. 

Looking back upon what they did, and remembering what they had to do with and the obsta- 
cles they had to overcome, we can but say, truly, "There were giants in those days." 

At the close of the Indian war, in 1725, the people were very poor, and money was so scarce 
that it was found expedient to issue and distribute bills of credit. These were of some service at 
first, but their over-issue brought great inconvenience and confusion subsequently. But poverty 
is not a hopeless state if the opportunity and disposition to create wealth be present, and the 
people of Dunstable went heartily to work, and were joined by many emigrants now that the fear 
of Indian attack was to a great extent overcome. Settlement proceeded rapidly and "Old Dun- 
stable" lost more and more territory every year by the setting-apart of new towns, until in 1740, 
only that now forming the city of Nashua and the towns of Dunstable and Tyngsborough remained. 
A royal commission had been appointed in 1737 to settle the dispute as to the boundary line be- 
tween New Hampshire and Massachusetts, but this commission could not agree, and the question 
came before the King in Council, the result being the concession to New Hampshire of all the land 
she claimed, besides a strip 14 miles wide extending from the Merrimack to the Connecticut. This 
comprised the whole of "Old Dunstable" north of the present state line, and when the new line 
was run in 1741 its effect was of course to place what is now Nashua under New Hampshire laws. 
The name of Dunstable was however retained for nearly a century longer ; the New Hampshire 
Legislature changing the name to Nashua in 1836. To avoid confusion, it is well to remember 
that from the year 1741, the history of Nashua is that of the identical territory now included with- 
in the limits of the city. The decision which made Upper Dunstable a New Hampshire town, also 
made void all land titles, etc., and created great dismay and confusion for a time, but compromises 
were soon made with rival claimants, and the old laws governing the community were very gener- 
ally respected until some five years had elapsed and the New Hampshire government was in a 
position to actually assume jurisdiction; the town being incorporated by the General Court in 
April 1746. 

Dunstable as a New Hampshire Town. 

Soon after the breaking out of the last French war, in 1755, New Hampshire I'aised a regiment 
of 500 men, and the command was given to Colonel Joseijh Blanchard of Dunstable. The town 
was well represented throughout the war, furnishing some 30 men, three of whom held prominent 
official positions. After the surrender of Canada by the French in 1760, Dunstable entered upon 
a period of unexampled prosperity. The secure but inconvenient log cabins were gradually super- 
seded by frame houses ; small, it is true, but far superior to what had preceded them. The popu- 
lation of the adjacent sections rapidly increased and many destitute emigrants passed through 
Dunstable and were liberally aided by the townspeople ; the fact that these new-comers were able 
and willing to work being sufiicient reason for helping them on their way. The fifteen years of 
peace between 1760 and 1775 worked a wonderful change in Dunstable's condition, and at the out- 
break of the revolution the town was in a position to render most efficient aid in the carrying on 



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of the apparently hopeless struggle. There was not a Tory in the community, and before the war 
was over there was hardly a single male between the ages of 16 and 50 years who had not served 
in the American forces. Less than a week after the Battle of Lexington a company of 66 men was 
formed at Cambridge ; the commander being William Walker, of Dunstable, and 40 of the men and 
officers being from the same town. This company was at the Battle of Bunker Hill, but not being 
placed in an exposed position lost but few men. Dunstable was represented on about every battle, 
field of any consequence throughout the war, and no more significant evidence of what a noble part 
she took in the winning of independence and how severely her resources were strained, could be 
wished for than that afforded by the fact her population decreased almost one-fifth from 1775 to 
1783 ; there being 705 inhabitants at the beginning of the war and only 578 at its close. When 




EESIDEN( 1. 



.\|i;. ( ilAKLES ^^'ILLIA.MS. 



once hostilities were ended however the population increa.sed, amounting to 632 in 1790, and to 862 
in 1800. For a quarter of a century after the latter date Nashua continued a steady but by no 
means rapid growth of population until, in 1826, the beginning of cotton manufacture put an 
entirely new aspect upon affairs. In 1800, Mollis, Hudson. Merrimack and Amherst were superior 
to Xashua both in wealth and population : in iSSO, the population of those four towns combined 
was not one-third that of Nashua alone while the difference in valuation was even more striking. 
One important reason wl\y adjacent towns outstripped Nashua before manufacturing was 
inaugurated, was owing to the poverty of much of Nashua's soil, which had been referred to in the 
State Legislature as '• unable to support a chipping squirrel to the acre " certainly a most discour- 
aging desci-iption. The first tavern in Nashua was opened in 1759, and as the town was on the 
thoroughfare between the sea coast and the up-country, the rapid increase of trade after the 
Revolution resulted in the building up of quite an important business; several famous taverns 
being located in the vicinity and manj- teamsters, stage passengers, and other travelers accommo- 



jg NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 

dated. The year 1803 is memorable as the date of the changing of the name " Indian Head " to 
" Nashna Village," this change being made in honor of an enterprise inangurated by Robert 
Fletcher, a store-keeper at Indian Head. He pnt a canal boat on the river, and a wharf was bnilt 
near the junction of the Nashua and the Merrimack. The boat was launched on the Fourth of 
July; an oration was made, and the craft was named the Nashua. The opening of the Middlesex 
canal the following year, helped the new village by giving direct water communication with Bos- 
ton, and it began to be apparent that this community was destined to develop steadily if not 
rapidly. The war of 1S12 hindered the growth of the country some of course, but it also proved 
the necessity of establishing home industries, and probably in this way hastened the improvement 
of the great water powers adjacent to Nashua. The Nashua Manufacturing Company was 
chartered in June, 1823, and after some little delay in the placing of stock, a dam was built at 
Mine Falls and a canal dug from that i)oiut to the village. This canal is three miles long, 40 feet 
wide and ten feet deep ; the fall being 3<) feet. The machine shop began operations in December, 
1824, and mill No. 1 was operated to some extent in the early part of 1825. The "Indian Head 
Company" began woolen manufacturing in 1S2(), but the enteri>rise failed and the property was 
purchased by the Jackson Manufacturing Company and devoted to cotton manufacturing. By 
this time the Nashua Manufacturing Company had another mill in operation, and in 1830 the 
population of Dunstable was more than doul)le what it had been in 1820 ; increasing from 1142 to 
to 2417. But great as this growth was, it was but an earnest of what was to come, for during the 
decade intervening between 1830 and 1840 a gain of no less than 1.50 per cent, was made, the 
population changing from 2417 to 60.54. The Nashua company had built a third mill in 1836, and 
then operated 32,000 spindles, and 710 looms; making 9,300,000 yards of cotton cloth per year. 
The Jackson company \itilized 11,500 spindles, and 388 looms, and produced 5,(i00.000 yards of 
cotton cloth yearly. The Nashua and Lowell railroad was opened for the use of passengers in 
1838, and was the first in the state, the Concord railroad being completed four years later. 

The Nashua Bank was oi'ganized in 1835 and was the pioneer establishment of the kind in 
town. Despite the application of the name " Nashua"' to these representative enterprises, this 
name as applied to the town of Dunstable had no legal existence, but this anomalous condition of 
affairs was ended in 1836 in response to a petition for a change of name ; the terms of the necessary 
act being as follows : " Be it enacted, that the town of Dunstable, in the couuty of Hillsborough, 
shall from and after the last day of December, in the year of Our Lord 1836, be called and known 
in law by the name of Nashua." The foi-mal recognition and legalization of the name thus took 
the form of a New Year's gift, and makes an epoch in the history of a community which was 
destined to attain a leading position in the industrial world. 

Nashua as a Town. 

Although the population of Nashua did not increase with such phenomenal rapidity from 1837 
to 1842 as it had during the five years preceding, still the growth was steady and pronounced, and 
it became evident that so prosperous a town should make suitable provision for the holding of 
large public meetings, and should provide adequate accommodations for its officers and for the safe 
and convenient storage of records and important public documents in general. In March, 1842, at 
the yearly town meeting, this matter was brought up, and so unanimous was the sentiment in 
favor of building a town house, that the necessary vote was passed without a dissenting voice. At 
this time Nashua had more than 6,000 inhabitants, and as there was every prospect of a continuous 
and rapid growth in population, it was decided to erect a building which would answer the purposes 
of a much larger community. A building committee was chosen, made up of Leonard W. Noyes, 
Thomas Chase, Israel Hunt, Jr., Franklin Fletcher and Samuel Shepherd, and the final result of 
their labors was the completion, in the spring of 1843, of a structure comprising two stories, an 
attic and a basement, and measuring 66x90 feet. It cost $22,600, and never was there a public 
building in the country more thoroughly and honestly constructed. But although it was ready for 



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occupancy only a little moie than a year after its erection was authorized, the population of 
Nashua had very materially diminished in the interim, for the question of its location ha<l caused 
so serious a disagreement as to have brought about a legal separation of the town ; that portion 
north of the Nashua River having been made ' ' a separate and corporate town to be known by the 
name of Nashville,'' by an act passed June 23, 1842. The reason of this ill-advised separation is 
to be found in the indisposition of the residents of the north part of the town to abide by the 
clearly expressed views of the majority. At the meeting held in March, 1842, at which the build- 
ing of a town house was decided upon, it was found impossible to agree upon its location, and 
therefore an adjourned meeting was held, at which each voter was given the opportunity to express 




Mine Falls, Nashua Eivek. 



his preference as between the north and south sides of the river. The result was the casting of 
978 ballots, of which 582 were "south" and 396 "north," giving a majority of 186 for the former 
location. The residents of the nortliern part of the town were thoroughly disgusted and highly 
indignant because they could not have their own way, and announced their intention of petitioning the 
next Legislature to be separated from their obstinate fellow-townsmen. No one opposed their 
petition, and having th»is "agreed to disagiee," the people of Nashua and of Nashville proceeded 
quietly about their own affairs and had no trouble whatever during the eleven years that they were 
legally separated. Nor was this separation an unmixed evil. Had it not occurred, it is probable 

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]^8 NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 

that undei- the circumstances there would have been continual friction between the two sections of 
the town; that first one and then the other would have blocked contemplated public improvements, 
and that in short the development of local resources would have been much more hindered than 
they were by the division. Of course, the progress of both sections was hampered to a consider- 
able degree ; the school system was made less efficient, and the operation of the fire and police 
department was seriously interfered with, while the introduction of a water and gas service was 
made much more difficult ; but exj)erience is all the more instructive from being somewhat dearly 
bought, and the residents of the two communities were given a valuable object-lesson in the 
advantages of union, and were taught that compromise without sacrifice of principle is the great 
secret of 'success in corporate as in private affairs. Another object-lesson was afforded by the pros- 
perity of Manchester and Concord under recently adopted city charters, and as the combined 
population of Nashua and Nashville was equal to that of Manchester, in 1846, or Concord, in 1849, 
(the dates of their respective charters) the residents of both towns asked the Legislature for a city 
charter. The desired ijermission was granted, June 27, 1853, on condition that the legal voters of 
both communities should decide in favor of the proposed change, at a meeting called for that pur- 
pose. The vote was taken in September, the result being. 

Yes. No. Maj. 

Nashua, 468 334 134 

Nashville, 249 115 134 



Totals, 717 449 268 

It will be seen that Nashville, although casting 438 less votes than Nashua, gave an equal majority 
in favor of the union, so that by this action she fully redeemed herself for her hasty action eleven 
years before. 

Nashua as a City. 

The first thing in order after the acceptance of the charter was the election of city ofi&cers, and 
there were three candidates for the office of mayor, — Josephus Baldwin (Whig), Bernard B. 
Whittemore (Democrat) and Winslow Ames (Free-Soil). The original charter made a majority 
essential to election, and no choice was the result of the first ballot. The second trial ended in the 
election of Mr. Baldwin, who was born in the south part of Nashua in 1803 and was a man of great 
ingenuity and mechanical ability. He was for fifteen years the largest manufacturer of bobbins and 
shuttles in the country, and employed about 200 men in his extensive works in Nashua. He died 
in 1872, after having done much to develop the resources of this section of the state. 

The union of Nashua and Nashville i-emoved all obstacles to the successful introduction of a 
gas and a water supply and the Nashua Gas-Light Company was incorporated in 1853, with a cap- 
ital of 175,000, its first president being T. W. Gillis. The same year witnessed the incorporation 
of the Pennichuck Water Works, with L. W. Noyes as president, and E. P. Emerson as treasurer. 
Water was taken from Pennichuck Brook, three miles north of the city, and pumped into a capa- 
cious reservoir on Winter Hill. 

The Nashua Bank rendered excellent service from the date of its organization, in 1835, but 
after some 15 years it became evident that further facilities were required, and the result was the in- 
corporation of the Indian Head Bank, in 1851, with Joseph Greeley president, Albert McKean, 
cashier ; and a capital of ^150,000. The Pennichuck Bank was incorporated four years later, with 
a capital of $100,000, A. W. Sawyer was president, and Harrison Hobson cashier. 

During the years immediately i^receding and following the adoption of the city charter, various 
important manufacturing enterprises were inaugurated, and those already in operation de- 
veloped rapidly and steadily. Mill No. 4, of the Nashua Manufacturing Company, was built in 
1844, it being a 5-story structure, about 200 feet long and 50 feet wide. At this time the company 
employed 1000 operatives, consumed 10,000 bales of cotton per annum and produced 13,000,000 
yards of cloth yearly. 



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The Harbor Cottou Mauufacturiug Couipauy (Vale mills) was incorporated in 1851, with a 
capital of .flOO.OOO. Employment was given to 70 hands, and 1,000,000 yards of drilling and 
sheeting were tnrued out annually. The Nashua Lock Company began operations in 1852, as did 
also the Nashua Edge-Tool Company. This corporation had a capital of $60,000 and made almost 
all kinds of edge tools, a specialty being made of axes. John H. Gage was president, G. W. Un- 
derhill, superintendent, and C. B. Hill, treasurer. The origin of the Nashua card and glazed paper 
business dates back to 1849, and the enterprise had very small beginnings considering the extent 
to which it was destined to develop. Another noteworthy undertaking was that carried on by the 
Nashua Foundry Company, for this was one of the pioneer industries of Nashua, and was ably 
managed and liberally patronized. The serious and wide-spread disturbance of manufacturing 
interests from 1857 to 18G0, had a bad effect of course upon those located in this city; and as a 
consequence the development between 1850 and 1860 was not so i^ronounced as that of the preced- 
ing decade, but Nashua fared no worse and in many respects fared better than did other manufac- 
turing centres, and on the whole was excellently prepared to endure the strain which was to come 
upon her during the war of the Eebellion. 

The news of the firing upon Fort Sumter was received in Nashua as it was in other loyal com- 
munities throughout the union — at first with doubt, then with anger, and finally with an enthusi- 
astic determination to resent and jiuuish the insult to the old flag. The Sunday morning follow- 
ing the fort's surrender, many groups of earnest talkers were to be seen gathered at all public 
places, all discussing the same topic, all animated by the same patriotic feelings, and all agreeing 
that the rebellion must be put down at any cost of life and of treasure. Still, few if any of the 
citizens apiireciated the gravity of the situation, or rather it would be more accurate to say that 
few understood the magnitude of the movement to divide the Union, for the general belief in Nash- 
ua, as elsewhere, was that the war would not last more than a few mouths at the most. Its history 
is too familiar to our readers to need rehearsal here. During the four long years that the Rebellion 
continued, Nashua made frequent and liberal contributions of men and money, and the women of 
the city furnished many comforts and luxuries to the soldiers in the field and in the hospitals ; and 
their gentle compassion and iiractical sympathy did much to ease the hardships of those who 
fought "that this nation might not perish from the earth." The total number of soldiers from 
Nashua was 024, among whom was Major General John G. Foster, whose name is commemorated 
by John G. Foster Post No. 7, of the Grand Army of the Republic, having its headquarters in this 
city and a membership composed of residents of Nashua and adjoining towns. General Foster 
was born in Whitefield, N. H., May 27, 1823, and received the rudiments of his education in 
Nashua, his family removing to this city when he was ten years of age. After attending the Acad- 
emy at Hancock, he fitted for the West Point Military Academy at Crosby's school at Nashua, and 
was appointed cadet at West Point through the offices of Charles G. Atherton, member of Congress 
from New Hampshire, in 1842. He graduated in 1846, ranking fourth in his class, which included 
Gens. McClellan, Reno, Sturgis, Stoneman and Oakes of the Union Army, and Gens. Jackson and 
Wilcox of the rebel army. The Mexican war gave him an early opportunity to make practical use of 
his military training and he improved it so well as to be breveted First Lieutenant in 1847, "for 
gallant and meritorious conduct in the battle of Contreas and Cherubusco. ' ' He was badly wounded 
at the storming of Molino del Rey and his bravery on that occasion won for him a brevet as Cap- 
tain. In 1854 he returned to West Point as assistant professor of engineering, and was second in 
command at Fort Sumter when it was fired upon in April, 1861. A commission as brigader-gen- 
eral of volunteers was given him in recognition of his conduct at that time ; and throughout the 
Eebellion, General Foster was honored with responsible positions and discharged his duties so well 
as to give a most enviable reputation for gallantry, discretion and executive ability. After the 
close of the war he i-emained in services at the South for some years, but his health failing he was 
removed to Boston in 1869, his headquarters being at Fort Independence. Early in 1874 he took 
up his residence at the old homestead in Nashua, where he died Septemljer second. 



20 NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 

The history of Nashua since the close of the Eebellion is comparatively uneventful, and of 
course is (juite devoid of those romantic and exciting features which marked the early settlement 
of the territory, but we are told that "Peace hath her victories no less renowned than war," and 
the people of Nashua have made a most honorable record in those peaceful conquests over natural 
forces and conditions which are, after all, the true measure of a Nation's greatness. From the 
Nashua of 1775 with its 705 inhabitants, to the Nashua of 1S90 with a population of 20,00(», is 
certainly a most wonderful transition, and as the changes in territory and other fundamental con- 
ditions have been equally great, it is well to preface a sketch of the Nashua of today with a sum- 
mary of its topography and a statement of its comparative position among other New Hampshire 
cities. 

The Nashua or To-day. 

Nashua is located on the boundary line of Massachusetts, in the southern part of Hillsborough 
County, and is bounded on the south by two Massachusetts towns — Tyngsborough and Dunstable ; 
on the west by Hollis, on the north by Merrimack and on the east by Hudson and Litchfield, from 
which it is separated by the Merrimack Eiver. The city is about 6J miles long from north to 
south, and about 4i miles wide from east to west, giving it an area approximating 18,898 acres, or 
almost 30 square miles. The surface is generally level, particularly in the eastern portion ; the 
western section being of a rolling character, and the southern part containing a few low elevations, 
the highest of which is called Long Hill, and has an altitude of 439 feet. Owing to the absence of 
any high hills, no very extensive view of the surrounding country is to be had within the city 
limits ; but in clear weather the prospect from the tower of the high school building is very 
attractive and varied, embracing as it does the entire city, the summits of Uncanoonuc, in Goffs- 
town; the Crotched Mountain, in Francestown; Joe English Hill, in New Boston; Grand Mouad- 
noc, in Jaffrey ; Pack Monadnoc, in Peterborough ; and famous old Mount Wachusett, in 
Massachusetts, from whence come the streams which unite in the Lancaster meadows, to form the 
river from which Nashua takes her name, and to which she owes her origin and development. 
Considered simply from the standpoint of size, the Nashua does not amount to much in this land 
of great rivers; but with streams as with men, it is eneigy and not magnitude that makes them 
important, and the little Nashua does an immense amount of highly productive work during the 
30 miles of progress through Massachusetts and New Hampshire, and especially when flowing 
the few miles from Mine Falls to its mouth ; the fall of water in that distance being about 54 feet. 
Even after losing its identity as a river it continues its good work, for joining the Merrimack, it 
helps to drive the big mills at Lowell, and before its waters are lost in the sea at Newburyport, it 
has turned many a great water-wheel, set almost countless spindles and looms in operation, and 
indirectly given employment to thousands of people, and reduced the cost of indispensable com- 
modities to many thousands more. It is a favorite figure of speech to compare life to a river, and 
were we disposed to moralize, there is abundant material for many wise and instructive deductions 
(which nobody would read) in the case of this famous little stream. The city of Nashua is well 
watered, and would be even if the Nashua Eiver did not exist, although in that case the chances 
are that the city would not be in existence either. The Merrimack Eiver flows along the entire 
length of its eastern boundary, and Pennichuck Brook comes into the city from the north and 
Salmon Brook from the south, both these streams being very picturesque, and emptying into the 
Merrimack. 

There are three natural ponds, Lovewell, Pound and Sandy; the last-named being the most 
remarkable and also the most useful, for most of the ice used in the city comes from this singular 
pond, which has no perceptible inlet or outlet, and being fed by subterranean springs, its waters 
are exceptionally free and clear from organic matter. It would be well if the ice supply of every 
community could be obtained from an equally wholesome source, for contaminated ice is a frequent 
cause of disease, and it is probable that the low death-rate of Nashua — but 17 per 1,000 — is- 



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influenced to a very appreciable degree by the purity of the ice consumed. The climate of the city 
is healthful and the range of temperature moderate, judged from a New England standpoint, the 
highest point reached by the thermometer during the past quarter century being 99 degrees above 
zero and the other extreme being 32 degrees below, but it should be remembered that both these 
readings are very exceptional, the average temperature throughout the year being 48. However 
it may be in the country, in the city, and particularly in a manufacturing city, snow is an unquali- 
fied nuisance, and in presenting the advantages of Nashua as an industrial centre, stress should 
be laid upon the fact that it has a smaller fall of snow than any other inland city or town in the 
State. About four weeks of good sleighing is the average experience, and of late years the 
tendency has been towards still smaller figures. The rain-fall averages 39 inches. In spite of the 
large area of water-surface within and adjacent to the city, Nashua is quite exempt from fogs and 
malaria and from excessive dampness; this exception being largely due, no doubt, to the porous 

character of the soil, which is 
generally sandy. There are 
some productive farm lands in 
the southern portion, and in the 
intervals of the Nashua and Mer- 
rimack Rivers, but so far as 
fitness for agriculture is con- 
cerned, Nashua is below the 
average of adjacent towns. 
Granite ledges are found at Mine 
Falls and other points, and one 
of these, a mile west from the 
city proper, is drawn upon to 
furnish material for cellar walls 
and other rough stone work. 
The educational facilities of a 
community have as important a 
liearing upon its advantages as 
a place of residence as has its 
healthfulness, and the schools 
of Nashua are among its at- 
tractive features, for they have 
been liberally suppoited from 
the first, and now rank with 
the best in New England. 
The high school building was 
completed in 1874, at a cost of ¥10."), 000, and is conceded to be the best-constructed school 
edifice in the State. It contains ten large study and recitation rooms, a library room, two 
lecture rooms, a laboratory and offices, and a spacious hall. Its exterior is as attractive and taste- 
ful in appearance as its interior is convenient, and the structure is a credit to all concerned in its 
erection. It accommodates not only the high school but also the largest grammar school in the 
city. The Mount Pleasant Grammar School building was erected in 1870, at a cost of 850,000, and 
is a commodious three-story structure in which are located a grammar, intermediate and primary 
school. The Main street schoolhouse is less elaborate, but it is a spacious and well-built brick 
edifice, very thoroughly fitted up. At the present time there are 1.400 pupils in the day schools 
and 3.50 in the evening schools, while the i)arochial schools have an attendance of about 1,000. The 
annual appropriation for the maintenance of the school system is •'?39,000. and no trouble or 
reasonable expense is spared to maintain the enviable reputation it has long enjoyed. There are 




ViEM' ON Nashua Kiver. 



i2 NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 

seven sufcnrban district schools supported, and certainly there is no reason why every child 
brought np in Isashua should not have a good common sAool education at least. 

Intimately connected Avith the public schools, is the Jiuhlic library, and here again the city 
pursues a wise and liberal course, sparing no pains to put instructive and entertaining reading at 
the command of every resident. The origin of the free public library is due to the Young Ladies' 
Soldiers' Aid Society, which was organized in the early days of the Eebellion, and did grand 
service in ameliorating the condition of soldiers in the field and in hospitals. At a reunion of this 
society, in March, 1867, it was decided to raise funds to help in the establishment of a public 
library, and a levee and fair was held for that purpose; the result being net receipts of !*1,089, 
which speaks well for the appreciativeness of the public and the executive ability of the managers, 
whose names deserve an abiding place in the good wishes of the people. The ladies having the 
affair in charge were Lucy F. Thayer, j\I. E. Shepherd, Mary P. Fiske, Hattie Eichardson, Sarah 
W. Kendall, Mary E. Law and Mary E. Hunt. Some sixteen years before this fair was held, there 
had been founded the "Athenfeum," which was a private organization with corporate powers, 
instituted for the purjaose of getting together a library for the use of the public on payment of a 
small weekly fee. Some 1,300 volumes were obtained, and although the usefulness of the enter- 
prise was confined to a limited field, still it proved to be a public benefit. This library was given 
to the city with other gifts of books, and the sum raised by the fair, under certain condftions, 
among which was the payment by the city of at least $1,000 per annum for the support tind 
development of the library. These conditions were accepted in July, 1867, and a board of seven 
trustees was elected, and suitable rooms in the county building provided. As might easily have 
been predicted, the public library has been a great popular success from the first, and its facilities 
are being more generally utilized every year. The number of books is steadily increasing, ancl the 
taste shown in their selection is excellent. There are now al>out 'J, .500 books in the library, among 
which are standard works of history, travels, biography, agriculture and science and statistics, 
together with many classics in English literature, poetry, romance and the leading monthly publi- 
cations. Choosing a library is a good deal like editing a newspaper, — the main difficulty is to 
decide judiciously what to leave out, and those who have had the choosing of the volumes forming 
the Nashua public library have dischaiged their responsible task with admirable discretion, the 
result being that no public library in New England has a larger proportion, of good books, or a 
smaller proportion of what Horace Greeley used to significantly designate as "stuff." By far the 
fairest way to estimate a lil:>rary or anything else is by its practical etficiency, and the fact that the 
majority of the families in Nashua avail themselves of the advantages of this institution, affords 
convincing proof that it is skilfully and humanly managed; and what we mean by " humauly " 
managed, will be readily understood by those familiar with the methods here practised, fls cotn- 
pared with that exasperating and depressing formalism too common in the relations which public 
libraries bear to the people they are intended to serve. The best ecjuipped library may easily be 
surpassed in usefulness by one far inferior as regards extent and facilities, if the latter be managed 
by a man or woman, and the former by a mere executive machine. No pertinent inquiries will be 
made in vain at the Nashua library, and advice concerning the choice of books is freely and 
cheerfully given. 

From the Public Library to the Fire Department is ciuite an abrupt transition, but the two 
Institutions resemble each other in one respect at least, they are both thoroughly well-managed. 
The recent destructive fires in Lynn and Boston have excited much comment regarding modern 
methods of fire-fighting and have already caused many a city to look after its fire department to 
see in what points its efficiency could be improved, for Boston's way of locking the stable door 
after the horse is stolen is decidedly expensive and by no means worthy of imitation. Of course 
the probability of a great conflagration in Nashua is not nearly so strong as it is in a densely 
populated city with narrow streets and high buildings, but still the local fii-emen have quick and 
intelligent work to do sometimes in order to subdue the flames before they do much damage, and 



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23 



the fact that no fire which may fairly be called disastrous has ever occurred here, shows that the 
department is worthy of the confidence reposed in it. Its mechanical equipment is first-class and 
incluiles an electric fire alarm telegraph, three steam fire-engines, one chemical engine, two hose 
carriages, and a hook and ladder truck. There are more than 100 hydrants distributed through- 
out the city, the water lieing drawn from a reservoir on a hill high enough to give it a good head, 
so that quite a ijowerful stream can be thrown without an engine. The domestic water supply is 
excellent and abundant, pure brook water being furnished at very reasonable rates. Nashua 
would not be the live Xew England city it is did it not have able and influential newspapers to 
represent it, and in the Gazette and the Telegraph it has two journals which so completely cover 
the ground as to leave no room for rival sheets. Xot that they pursue a dog in the manger policy, 
on the contrary they are always ready to welcome new enterprises and would no doubt extend the 
hand of fellowship to any worthy journalistic undertaking, being content to abide by the operation 
of the law of the survival of the fittest and to grant a fair field and no favor to all new comers, but 

it is plainly evident that the 
people of Nashua and vicinity 
are entirely satisfied with the 
existing newspapers and they 
would be hard to suit if they 
were not, for both of the great 
political parties are ably 
represented under the present 
condition of affairs and both 
the Gazette and the Telerp-aph 
ai'e, each in its own way, 
thoroughly devoted to the 
advancement of the best in- 
terests of the city. The first 
newspaper in Nashua was 
issued by Andrew E. Thayer 
in Febrviary, 1827, and was 
called the Nashua Constella- 
tion. It was sold to Israel 
Hunt, Jr., by whom its name 
was changed to the Nashua 
Gazette. It was then the only 
Democratic paper in the 
country, and has been the 
organ of that party in Nashua from that time to the present day. The Teler/raph was established 
in November, 1832, as an advocate of the whig party, and has always been a staunch supporter of 
Eepublican principles. Although pronounced in their views, neither of these papers is narrow in 
its partisanship, and their influence upon intelligent voters is consecjuently very considerable. 
Personalities have been consistently avoided by the editors, and a dignified tone characterizes 
whatever discussions they may enter into. Both papers are published daily and weekly, and have 
liberal advertising patronage and a satisfactory circulation. 

One of the most worthy benevolent institutions in New Hampshire is the Protestant Home for 
Aged Women, which is carried on by an oiganization of Nashua's charitable women. This home 
was first opened in 1878, and has done a nol>le work, its management being remarkably eflicient. 
Among the other notable organizations of the city may be mentioned the Chautauqua Literary and 
Scientific Circle, the Agassiz Association, the Apalachian Club, the Nashua Farmer's Grange, the 
Nashua Historical Society, and various lodges of Free Masons and Odd Fellows, the American 




Nashua Card Mills. 



24 NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEIiEST. 

Legion of Honor and the Knights of Pythias, besides two societies of the Ancient Order of Hiber- 
nians. There are ten chnrches of various denominations in Nashua, and the ecclesiastical history 
of the city is of deeji interest but far too extended to be properly considered within the limits of 
the present sketch. As early as 1674 it was voted to build a meeting house "to stand l)etween 
Salmon Brook and the house of Lieutenant Wheeler, as near as may be for the convenience of the 
fai'mers," and its erection was begun in October of that year but not completed until 1678. This 
house was used only six years, being abandoned for a better and more conveniently located one in 
1684. The first minister was the Eev. Thomas Weld, a native of Eoxbury, and a graduate of 
Harvard. He died in 1702, and a handsome monument now marks his grave in the Old South 
burying ground. The next settled minister was Eev. Nathaniel Prentice, who officiated from 1720 
to 1737. Two years later his place was taken by Eev. Josiali Swan who is reported to have been 
a better farmer than preacher. However this may be, he resigned in 1746 and went to farming in 
Walpole, being succeeded the following year by Eev. Samuel Bird who was an earnest disciple of 
Whitefield and whose views caused a split in the church ; the dissenting party building a new meet- 
ing house and continuing to worship in strictly Orthodox fashion. Even after Mr. Bird's removal 
to Connecticut the trouble continued until finally a compromise was effected, both the old meeting 
houses torn down and a new one built at the centre, Eev. Joseph Kidder being ordained pastor. 
He was succeeded by Eev. E. P. Sperry, who was dismissed in 1819, and this same year the 
' ' Toleration Act ' ' was passed, which severed the connection between church and state in Kew 
Hampshire. In 1825 the Nashua corporation built a meeting house on the present site of the 
Pilgrim church, and the following year it was bought by the Congregational society and Eev. 
Handel G. Nott was appointed pastor. In 1834 he announced that he could no longer conscien- 
tiously baptize infants, and by this caused a division of the church, the dissenters being slightly 
in the majority and therefore being empowered to form an organization with the title of the First 
Congregational church of Dunstalile. The remainder of the Congregation soon organized as the 
Olive street Congregational church, and after 44 years, this society combined with the Pearl 
street Congregational church which had been organized in 1746 ; the result of the union being the 
Second Congregational (Pilgrim) church, which now worships in a well-appointed brick edifice on 
Olive street. Other existing ecclesiastical societies are the First Baptist church, the Universalist 
church, the protestant Episcopal church, the Unitarian church, the Methodist Episcopal church, 
and the Eoman Catholic church ; the latter including the French Catholic church, and having far 
more adherents than any other sect in the city. For the facts presented in this brief notice of the 
church history of Nashua we are indebted to one of the most instructive chapters in Mr. John H. 
Goodales' admirable history of that city. 

The railroad facilities of Nashua have played a most important part in her industrial develop- 
ment, and fairly share with the Nashua Eiver the distinction of having made the city what it now 
is. Very few inland cities in New England are so well equipped in this respect, and it is a note- 
worthy fact that freight can be shipped to all points at Boston rates. The first railroad built in 
New Hampshire had its terminus at Nashua, and was opened for the use of passengers October 8, 
1838, by the Nashua & Lowell Kailroad Company. There are now six lines radiating from that 
city, and making direct connections with all parts of this country and Canada, for on one side 
communication is had with Worcester, New York and the West ; on the other side with Eochester, 
Portland, Bangor and the East, while on the north easy access is had to Blanchester, Concord, the 
White Mountains, Vermont and Canada ; and on the south to Lowell, Boston and Providence. 
Boston is reached by the Boston & Lowell Eailroad, which runs 11 daily passenger trains, the 
time by express train being but one hour. The Concord Eailroad affords direct communication 
with INIontreal ; the Wilton Eailroad runs northwest to Keene, Eutland and the West ; the Nashua, 
Acton & Boston Eailroad runs southwest to Concord, Mass., and is operated by the Concord Eail- 
road Company ; and the Worcester & Nashua Eailroad and Nashua & Eochester Eailroad are 
operated by the Boston & Maine Eailroad Company, and run east and west through Nashua from 



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25 



Portland, Maine, 100 miles east to Worcester, Mass.; 44 miles southwest. All these roads are 
thoroujrhly well equipped ; the rolliu}; stock, both for passenger and freight service, being first- 
class, and the tracks and road-beds maintained in the very best of conditions. Under the present 
management, Nashua manufacturers and merchants are afforded exceptionally satisfactory facilities 
for the reception and delivery of goods, and as a natural consequence manufacturing can be carried 
on here under remarkably favorable conditions, while as a purchasing centre Nashua affords 

advantages surpassed hj no city in the 
State. A very extensive retail trade is 
carried on ; and both regard the varietj^ 
and quality of the goods, and the prices 
quoted, our local merchants have no 
reason to fear comparison with any other 
dealers in Xew England. This fact is 
well understood by the residents of 
Nashua and the adjoining towns, and 
but a vei-y small proportion of the sujj- 
plies consumed in this section is pur- 
chased outside the city. Some very 
handsome business blocks and elabor- 
ately fitted up stores are to be found on 
the principal streets; spacious plate- 
glass show windows, containing taste- 
fully arranged goods, giving these thor- 
oughfares a metropolitan appearance, 
especially in the evening, for the city 
and many of the business biaildings are 
lighted by electricity. 

There are four miles of street railway, 
over which cars run every five minutes, 
giving quick and cheap transportation 
from one section to another ; and ample 
accommodations are present in the line 
of express and heavy teaming facilities 
from the depots and other points. The 
city has a free postal delivery, and, as 
may readily be imagined from the ex- 
cellent railway facilities, the mail .'Service 
to all points is frequent and prompt. 
The telegraphic and telephonic service 
is also first-class, the hitter In-ing very 
generally availed of by the more ])rom- 
ineut manufacturers and merchants 
throughout the city. There are three 
National Banks, having a total capital of 
$.370,000, and ranking among the best-managed and most influential institutions of the kind in New 
England. They have aided very materially in the development of the city, and are imi)0rtant 
factors in the sum of its advantages as a manufacturing and commercial centre. Even more im- 
portant from an economic i)oint of view are the four sa\ings banks, which are ably and conserva- 
tively managed, and enjoy the entire confidence of the people, as is evidenced by their holding 
deposits amounting to $5,000,000. There are also several private banking institutions in town. 




Nashua Soldiers' Mon-u.ment. 



26 NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. 

SO it will lie seen that the financial needs of Nashua are well provided for. The city has a valua- 
tion of $: 0,000,000 and a debt of only $175,000, while the value of the property held by the munici- 
pality afrjrrefiates §!450,000. The tax-rate is low, and exceptional inducements are offered to 
responsible manufacturers seeking a location, both liy private parties and the City Government ; 
the former being prepared to give land to be utilized for manufacturing purposes, and the latter 
offering exemption of taxation for a term of years. So wise and liberal a policy is sure to have its 
effect, and vast as the manufacturing interests of the city now are, there is every reason to expect 
a decided and steady increase in the future. Some idea of the present status of industrial affairs 
may be gained from the following figures : There are three cotton mills, haviug a total capital of 
$2,000,000, and operating 125,000 spindles and 4,000 looms; eleven wood-working establishments, 
turning out an immense variety of articles, from shuttles and bobbins to invalid beds ; two large 
shoe factories, and twelve iron works producing steam engines, edge tools, large and small cast- 
ings, heavy forgings, etc. Besides these, there is a large number of miscellaneous industrial 
establishments in which are manufactured card-board and glazed paper, money drawers, candy 
and many other articles. It would be difficult to find an equal number of manufacturing enter- 
prises in any jiart of the country, carried on under more generally favorable conditions and 
manifesting more uniform prosperity, and although, of course, in these days of close competition, 
careful and skilful management is essential to success in any undertaking not a monopoly, still 
there can be no doul)t that the conditions present in Xashua to-day will go as far to insure per- 
manent success as will those available in any other city in the country. The jealousy and under- 
hand opposition with which strangers have to contend in some cities anil towns, when they try to 
estayish new enterprises, is entirely absent here, and, indeed, responsible jjarties may depend 
upon receiving a cordial welcome, and being aided in every legitimate way to put their undertaking 
on a firm foundation. The Xashua Board of Trade, which was organized in the early part of 
1889, with a membership of 85, including many of the leading business men of the city, has for its 
main object the industrial and commercial development of this section, and stands ready to 
promptly give dependable information relative to that purpose. One of the surest indexes of the 
l)rosi>erity of a community is afl'orded by the changes in its population from year to year, and the 
fact that Nashua has gained 5,000 residents during the past five years, shows that it is fully main- 
tain its reputation as one of the most progressive cities in Xew England. Aside from the 
opportunities offered for steady and remunerative employment within its borders, it is a very 
desirable place of residence from its pleasant, healthful and central location ; its unsurpassed edu- 
cational facilities, and the agreeable and cultivated society within its limits. The many beautiful 
I'esidences which have been erected in and about the city during the past decade indicate the class 
of people who find in Nashua a congenial home, and both as a winter and a summer residence the 
city offers advantages which commend it highly to those who appreciate a combination of metro- 
politan convenience and suburban enjoyments. The streets and roads are generally well kept, 
and many delightful drives and walks are to be had within a short distance of the centre of the 
city. Those who enjoy an evening at the theatre are given abundant opiiortunity to gratify their 
tastes, for all the more prominent combinations visit the city, and the jneces presented range from 
farce comedy to Shaksperian tragedy. Lectures, concerts, etc., are also frequent, and in short 
the residents of Nashua need be deprived of none of those recreations which go so far to make 
"life worth living" in the pushing nineteenth century. The time has gone by when excei:)tional 
facilities for money making were to be had by exiling one's self to some remote point, far from the 
influences and enjoyments of cultivated society. The conviction is dawning uj^on the people, that 
here in New England are unsurpassed opportunities for the remunerative employment of brains, of 
experience and of capital ; and a city offering the advantages possessed by Nashua may confidently 
look forward to a future that shall fully justify the pronuse of her honorable and progressive past. 



NASHUA AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 27 

Board of Trade of Nashua, N. H. 

The Nashua Board of Trade is made up of eighty-five of the active business men of the 
city, and was organized April 2, 1889, the officers being as follows : 

President, J. D. Chandler. Secretary, H. A. Cutter. 

Vice-President, L. F. Thurber. Treasurer, I. F. Harris. 

Directors. 

J. D. Chandler, L. F. Thurber, I. F. Harris, 

C. W. Stevens, H. S. Norwell, H. C. Phaneuf. 

Patrick Barry, G. R. Pierce, J. H. Dunlap. 

One of the prime objects of this organization is to call general attention to the many advantages 
which Nashua offers to manufacturers, for the members appreciate the fact that the city owes its 
prosperity to the magnitude and diversity of its manufacturing interests, and they are in a posit- 
ion to know that the field is by no means fully occupied ; Nashua now affording indus- 
trial facilities that can be paralleled by very few communities either in or out of New England. 
The fact that the population of the city has increased from 15.000 to 20.000 during the past five 
years indicates how rapidly its development is progressing and shows the necessity of prompt 
action on the part of those who would avail themselves of existing conditions. What these con- 
ditions are, may be learned from the historical sketch forming a portion of this Iwok. but for the 
benefit of those who prefer information iu a highly condensed form we give the following summary: 

Nashua is situated on the Merrimack and Nashua Rivers, which are bridged by seven bridges; 
in a level country surrounded by several high hills. The water supply is abundant in quantity 
and excellent in quality ; pure brook water being forced into a reservoir sufficiently elevated to 
give it a good head in all parts of the city. The climate is invigorating and healthful, the rate of 
mortality being but 17 per 1000. The city is lighted by electricity, has a free postal delivery, four 
miles of street railway over which cars run every five minutes, and an electric tire alarm telegraph ; 
the fire department being very efficient and utilizing three steamers, one chemical, two hose com- 
panies and a hook and ladder truck, and more than 100 hydrants. 

There are three National Banks with a capital of %!370,000, four Savings Banks \\ ith deposits 
of .'si.5,000,000, and several private banking institutions. 

Nashua is a great railroad centre and the freight rates to all points are identical with those of 
Boston. The Boston & Lowell R. R., runs south to Boston 40 miles and maintains 11 daily pas- 
senger trains, the express time being one hour. The ^Yilton R. R., runs northwest to Keene, Rut- 
land and the West: the Concord R. R., north to Montreal, direct; the Nashua, Acton & Boston 
R. R., is operated by the Concord and runs to Concord, Mass., southwest from Nashua ; the Wor- 
cester & Nashua R. R., and Nashua & Rochester R. R., are operated by the Boston & Maine and 
run east and west through Nashua from Portland, Me.. 100 miles east, to Worcester, 44 miles. 

Nashua has a valuation of §10,000,000 and a debt of only .*17.5,000 while the city property is 
worth 8450,000. The City Government exempts from taxation, and private individuals stand 
ready to give laud for manufacturing purposes. The leading estal)lished mauufactureis are as 
follows: Cotton Mills, three, total capital of *2,0(i0.000 ; 125.000 spindles and 4000 looms. 
Wood Working establishments eleven, making shuttles, bobbins, furniture, doors, sashes, blinds, 
ice cream freezers, kits, liarrels, crates, boxes, invalid beds, house finish, etc. Shoe manufactur- 
ers; two, employing some 800 hands. Iron Works; twelve, making steam engines, locks, files, edge 
tools, boilers, horse clippers, tools and machines, small and large castings and heavy forgings. 
Card board, glazed paper, papei- boxes, candy, money drawers, etc, are also hugely manufactured. 

Labor is plenty, the expense of living is low, and responsible parties will meet with hearty 
co-operation in any attempt to establish legitimate industries on a firm and paying foundation. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



Charles H. Blake, City Florist, Flowers arrauged in 
all Designs for Funerals, Parties and Cliurches, Choice 
Kose Buds a Specialty. Cut flowers aud Plants, 50 Lock 
street, Nashua, N. H — We Americans are commonly re- 
garded as an emiuently practical people, placing busi- 
ness before sentiment and caring more for heaping up 
the dollars than for cultivating our finer tastes, but this 
is in many respects a merely superficial and consequent- 
ly an erroneous judgment, and one indication of its 
falsity is to be found in the immense and growing fond- 
ness for flowers in this country. Within comparatively 
few years the demand for cut flowers has doubled, and 
the Florists business has reached very large proportions, 
while improvements in flower culture have succeeded 
one another until now results are attained which, al- 
though brought about by purely natural processes, are 
none the less wonderful and in some respects almost 
phenomenal. An excellent idea of the magnitude aud 
complexity of the plant now required by the successful 
city florist may be obtained by examining that utilized 
by Mr. Charles H. Blake, for his business has developed 
until it has reached very extensive proportions and his 
facilities have been increased correspondingly. He 
maintains 5 greenhouses, tlieir respective dimensions 
being 25x60; 12xG0; 1.5x60; .-iOxGO and 14x30, and they 
being fitted -up with the latest improved apparatus, etc., 
thus enabling operations to be carried on to the best 
possible advantage and putting the proprietor in a posi- 
tion to meet all honorable competition, both as regards 
the quality and the cost of his productions. He is a 
native of this city, and began operations in 1871. Mr. 
Blake displays excellent taste in the arrangement of 
flowers for funeral, parties, churches, etc., and can fur- 
nish floral emblems of any desired design at very short 
notice. He makes a specialty of choice rose buds cam- 
Tnellia"s, carnations and smilax, and is prepared to supply 
plants of any kind at moderate rates. His place of 
business is at No. 50 Lock street and every order Is as- 
sured prompt and painstaking attention. 



Tremont House, Repaired, Refurnished and open 
lor guests, C. H. Marden, proprietor, W. H. Greenleaf, 
clerk. Horse Cars to and from all Depots every ten min- 
utes. Corner Main and Pearl Streets, Nashua, N. H.— 
There is no doubt but that the reputation of a city or a 
town among non-residents is largely dependent" upon 
the character of its hotel accommodations, this fact in- 
deed being so self-evident as not to require formal dem- 
onstration. It follows tlierefore that the entire com- 
munity is directly interested in the hotel question, for 
satisfactory accommodations are sure to attract stringers 
and to favorably advertise the city— both of which tend 
to benefit every local business man ; while on the con- 



trary a visitor who feels that he is not getting his mon- 
ey's worth at his hotel is by no means apt to spend 
much while in town and is sure to depart with a poor 
opinion of the place and the people. Local merchants 
should therefore encourage and support a strictly first- 
class hotel by every means in their power, and in this 
connection we may properly call attention to what Mr. 
C. H. Marden is doing at the Tretnout House, for he has 




spared neither trouble nor expense in repairing and refur- 
nishing this time-honored and representative hotel and 
is fully redeeming his promise to make it a strictly first- 
class house equipped with modern conveniences. The 
Tremont House is tlie oldest hotel in town, and was at 
one time carried on by Gilman Scripture who was suc- 
ceeded in 1885 by R. K. Sherman & Co., the present pro- 
prietor assuming control in ISSO- He is a native of 
Plymouth, N. H.. and is well and favorably known 
throughout this State. Mr. Marden has expended a 
good deal of money on the hotel, which is now heated 
by steam, lighted by electricity, and In short fitted-up 
throughout in accordance with modern ideas. It is very 
conveniently located at the corner of Main and Pearl Sts., 
and the guest rooms are large, well-lighted and thor- 
oughly comfortable. Horse cars run to aud from all the 
depots every ten minutes and any part of the city can 
be easily and quickly reached. Mr. W. H. Greenleaf is 
the efticient clerk, and may be depended upon to do his 
best to make every guest feel at home. The terms of 
the house are moderate, the beds comfortable, the bill 
of fare varied and abundant, and the cooking first-class. 
— a combination which entitles the Tremont House to a 
leading position among New Hampshire hotels. 



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The Davidson Investment Company. E. M. 

Gilmau, Eastern Manager. Eastern Office : Xutt's 
Block, Nashua, X. H., Cieneral Offices Wichita, Kansas. 
— A great deal of loose talli is heard in certain quarters 
concerning the •' folly " of investing in Western securi- 
ties, but when such talk is so thoroughly sifted as to 
separate the minute portion of wiieat from the immense 
quantity of chaft' in which it was lost, it will be found 
that the moral of it all is simply this — don't invest in 
any securities, Eastern or Western, until you know what 
you are doing. We are sware that many investors can- 
not or do not care to take the time and trouble to visit 
the west in person, but this need be no hindrance to 
proceeding intelligently, for there are reputable concerns 
which make a specialty of handling western securities, 
and the standing of their eastern agents at least can be 
easily and accurately ascertained. There for instance is 
the Davidson Investment Companj-, having for its east- 
ern manager Col. E. M. Oilman of this city. Certainly 
he needs no introduction from us to make liim known to 
our Nashua readers, for he was born in this city and has 
an extensive circle of friends here, being prominent in 
both trade and social circles and having at one time 
been connected with the City Council, also a member of 
Gov. D. H. Goodell's staff of this state, with rank of 
Colonel. The Nashua office of the Company was taken 
by Messrs H. W. Oilman & Son in 1SS4, and the latter 
was appointed eastern manager two years later. The 
general offices of the company are in Wichita, Kansas, 
the eastern office being at No. 6 Nutts Block. The 
company has a capital of $400,000 and a surplus of $Sn, 
000; Mr. J. O. Davidson being President and Mr. 
Thomas G. Fitch, Secretary and Treasurer. The man- 
agement invite the closest scrutiny from those interest- 
ed and detailed information concerning the methods and 
the practical operations of the enterprise will cheerfully 
be given on application, honest inquirers being afforded 
every opportunity to become familiar with the existing 
status and future prospects of the undertaking. 

Geo. S. Wheeler, Piano and Organ Warerooms, 
Howard's Block, Nashua, N. H. — There is no more 
satisfying or gratifying evidence of the general pros- 
perity of the people of this country, than that afforded 
by the immense number of pianos and organs sold 
aunuallv, for although of course some of these instru- 
ments find their way into the homes of the rich, the great 
majority of them are purchased by working people. 
By this expression we mean, of course all those who 
support themselves by the labor of their hands or brains 
as distinguished from those who are in the receipt of an 
adequate income without necessity for personal exertion. 
The charms of music in the home, have been too often 
and too eloquently described to need mention here, and 
the demand existing for musical instruments shows that 
these charms are generally appreciated. We have no 
set advice to offer regarding the selection of a piano or 
organ, other than "get the best." Don't buy an unrelia- 
ble instrument, at any price, and to get a reliable one, 
patronize a reliable dealer. Mr. Geo. S. Wheeler, 
located in Howard's Block, Nashua, acts as agent for 
some of the best manuf.acturers in this country, and no 
mistake will be made by those purchasing of hira. He. 
' is a native of Littleton, Mass., and has been identified 
with the piano and organ business here for over 30 
years. Mr. Wheeler represents such houses as Stein- 
way, Knabe, Sohmer, Behr Bros., Everett, Briggs, and 
Emerson piano manufacturers and Mason & Hamlin and 
Fort Wayne organs, and guarantees his prices to be as 
low as can be found at any store in Boston or New York. 
No one wanting a piano or organ should neglect paying 
Mr. Wheeler a visit as his terms are easy, and instru- 
ments are sold on instalments when desired. He also 
deals largely in music boxes and organettes. Being a 
practical tuner for 30 years, his judgment can be relied 
upon as to the merits of every piano he sells. 



Miles J. Merrill, Real Estate, 66 Main street, Nash- 
ua, N. H. — In a growing community such as Nashua 
there is a most promising field for the operations of such 
an enterprise as that conducted by Mr. Miles J. Merrill, 
at No. 66 Main Street, and during the more than ten 
years that this undertaking has been carried on it has 
proved a decided public convenience and has exerted a 
powerful influence in developing the city. Mr. MerriU 
is a native of Amherst, N. H., and, having given leal 
estate matters long and careful study, is excellently 
well-informed on the subject and is in a position to ren- 
der valuable assistance to those wishing to dispose of, 
invest in or rent such property. He has some very de- 
sirable estates on his books and is always ready to give 
full information to those interested. Being well and 
favorably known in financial circles, Mr. Merrill is 
prepared to place mortgages on the most advantageous 
terms, and all desiring to neogtiate a loan for either a 
large or small amount would do well to give him a call. 
Business is promptly and carefully transacted, the in- 
terests of all parties concerned being fully protected 
and no pains being spared to maintain the enviable rep- 
utation this office has long held among investors and 
borrowers. Communications by mail or otherwise are 
assured immediate and painstaking attention, and we can 
unreservedly recommend this agency to our readers. 



John A. Hartshorn, Clothier and Gents" Furnisher, 
173 Main street, Nashua, N. H. — No observant foreign- 
er can visit the United States without being impressed 
by the generally " well-dressed " condition of the 
people, and such visitors have often remarked that it 
was next to impossible to judge an American's station in 
life by his appearance, for rich and poor dress alike. 
Well, this is as it should be. for we don't attach any im- 
portance to " stations in life " in this country and there 
is certainly no reason why the well-to-do should mon- 
opolize all the "good clothes." Fortun.ately a man need 
not be a millionaire in order to dress fashionably, and 
indeed it is really surprising to see how far a dollar will 
go now-a-days in buying clothing. Call at the store of 
Mr. John A. Hartshorn at No. 173 Main street, and you 
will realize this fact if you never did before. This 
gentleman carries a heavy stock of clothing, comprising 
garments for street, dress or working wear, and quotes 
prices that are certainly hard to match elsewhere, for 
they are way down to the lowest notch, in every in- 
stance. Gents' furnishings, hats, caps, trunks, bags, 
umbrellas, etc., are also handled largely and bottom rates 
are named in every department. Mr. Hartshorn has 
carried on operation in Nashua since 18S6, having suc- 
ceeded Mr. John A. Russell in business. Customers re- 
ceive immediate and polite attention, and everj' article 
dealt in is sold strictly on its merits. 



C. W. Finning, Groceries, Flour, etc., 66 Canal 
street, Nashua, N. H. — The establishment carried on by 
Mr. C. AV Finning is one of those stores which make no 
great pretensions, and yet could be much less easily 
spared than many a more imposing and more extensive 
place of business, ilr. Finning occupies a store 25x75 
feet in dimensions and carries a clean and desirable 
stock of staple and fancy groceries, flour and many other 
articles in active and constant demand. He is a native 
of Nashua and has become widely and favorably known 
in this vicinity since founding his present business in 
1877. The store is conveniently located at No. 66 Canal 
street, and is supplied with all necessary facilities to 
enable orders to be promptlj' and accurately filled. Em- 
ployment is given to an "experienced and competent 
assistant. The popularity of this establishment is due 
to many causes, but to none more than the uniform re- 
liability of the goods furnished. Mr. Finning makes it a 
point to obtainliis supplies from entirely reputable man- 
ufacturers and jobbers, and hence is in a position to 
guarantee thathis goods will prove just as represented. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



McQuesten & Chase, Dealers ia Tarnic Pond lee. 
Wood, Lumber, Baled Hay and Straw, Wood Sawed and 
Split, 25 Railroad square, Nashua, N. H. — When once 
au idea gets into posessiou of the public mind it is very 
hard to dislodge it, even though its fallacy be clearly 
proved and a notable case in point is that afforded by 
the difficulty of making the general public appreciate 
the dangers from the use of impure ice. It was long be- 
lieved and thought that the most impure water was made 
harmless by freezing, it being held that all impurities 
were eliminated during the process, but science has de- 
monstrated that this is so far from being the truth that 
ice made from contaminated water is actually worse if 
anything than the water itself. This being the case it 
is obvious that careful discrimination should be used as 
regards the source of the ice-supply, and the residents 
of Nashua are to be congratulated on having such abso- 
lutely wholesome ice at their disposal as is obtained from 
Tarnic Pond. This is distributed by Messrs. McQuesten 
& Chase, who have first-class facilities and ofter regular, 
prompt, reliable and cheap service to both wholesale and 
retail consumers. They also deal in Wood, Lumber, 
Baled Hay and Straw, and saw and split wood to any 
desirable dimensions and at short notice. The firm is 
composed of Messrs. F. H. McQuesten and J. F. Chase, 
both of whom are natives of Litchfield, N. H., and were 
in business there before coming to Nashua in 1886. An 
important department of the business is the buying and 
clearing of wood-lots, and those having sucli to sell 
would do well to communicate with this responsible 
house. The office is located at No. 25 Railroad square, 
and all orders left at or sent to that address are assured 
immediate and painstaking attention. 



bank had its charter extended in 1882, and was never 
better prepared than at the present time to carry on the 
work it has so successfully inaugurated. It has a capi- 
tal of .$100,000, and its financial condition is such as to 
reflect credit on its officers past, and present, and to 
enable unsurpassed facilities to be oflered to all in need 
of the services which only a well-equipped and well- 
managed National Bank can render. 



First National Bank of Nashua. — There can be no 
question but that the excellent banking facilities avail- 
able in Nashua, have had much to do with the develop- 
ment of the city, and while the prominent position it 
now holds as a manufacturing and mercantile centre is 
doubtless due in a great measure to advantages of 
location and to individual ability and enterprise shown 
in appreciating and developing those advantages, still 
the efficient and persistent aid rendered by local bank- 
ing institutions can by no means be properly left out of 
the reckoning. Since the incorporation of the First 
National Bank in 1863 it has been one of the most active 
and progressive financial institutions in the state, and 
has not only been conducted with a careful regard for 
local interests but has exerted a powerful influence in 
calling the favorable attention of other communities to 
the opportunities Nashua offers for the successful 
carrying on of manufacturing and mercantile enter- 
prises. There have been occasions in this city (as 
there are at times in any community of any importance) 
when precipitate and ill-advised action on the part of 
such an institution as this would have resulted in 
serious and lasting harm to local interests, but the man- 
agement have always proved themselves to be equal to 
the emergency and while sparing no jjains to maintain 
that perfect solvency and high credit which is the first 
requisite of permanent success in financial operations, 
have not allowed extreme conservatism to stand in the 
way of affording timely, deserved and efficient assist- 
ance. They have been greatly aided in acting judicious- 
ly by their intimate personal acquaintance with local 
conditions, — an acquaintance which could never be at- 
tained in a similar degree by men not individually en- 
gaged in developing the city's resources, for those in 
charge of the First National Bank are also very promi- 
nently identified with some of the leading undertakings 
carried on in the community, as our Nashua readers will 
see by a perusal of the following list : President, 
Greorge A. Ramsdell; Cashier, J. A. Spalding; Assistant 
Cashier, William E. Spalding; Directors, George A. 
Ramsdell, S. D. Greeley, L. A. Roby, S. S. Whithed, 
Charles Holman, C. H. Burns, J. A. Spalding. The 



R. M. Sawyer & Co., Dealers in Groceries, Provis- 
ions, Finest Teas and Coffees, No. 5 Merchants Ex- 
change, Nashua, N. H. — There are many reasons why 
the establishment now conducted by R. M. Sawyer & 
Co. should be the favorite it undoubtedly is with the 
general public, and these reasons are so sound and con- 
clusive that there is no danger of the establishment in 
question losing its popularity, under its present manage- 
ment at least. The enterprise was inaugurated in 1855, 
under the firm name of R. M. Sawyer & Co. and ten years 
later the style of Sawyer & Merriam was adopted, and 
continued until 1876. When the present firm of R. M. 
Sawyer & Co. was formed, the individual members 
being Mr. R. M. Sawyer, a native of Stockbridge, Vt., 
who is the oldest grocery man in the business in 
Nashua, and Mr. W. A. Ober of Hopkinton, N. H. Mr. 
Sawyer has held the offices of Assessor and Alderman 
and Mr. Ober that of Councilman. They are both very 
well known about town, and during their extended 
business career in this city they have made many 
friends and have gained a well deserved reputation for 
enterprise and liberal methods. The premises utilized 
are located at No. 5 Merchants Exchange and 181 Main 
street, and comprise a store, and store-room, each of the 
dimensions of 20x71 feet. One reason for the great 
popularity enjoyed by the undertaking is to be found in 
the variety and extent of the stock on hand, for it not 
only includes groceries and provisions of all kinds, but 
these food supplies are guaranteed fresh and first-class 
in all respects. Fine teas and coffees are also included, 
and a line of choice colognes, perfumes, and extracts. 
The prices are as low as the lowest, for goods of equal 
quality, and the employment of competent assistants 
makes it possible for prompt and courteous attention. 

A. H. Saunders, Architect and Engineer, City En- 
gineer, Besom Block,. Rooms 15 and 16, Nashua, N. H.— 
No doubt there is more or less vexation and trouble in- 
separable from building, but at least two-thirds of the 
annoyance commonly met with in this connection may 
be entirely obviated by securing the assistance of a com- 
petent and conscientious architect. We are aware that 
many people do not take this view of the subject, 
many apparently believing that the services of an archi- 
tect merely involve additional expense without compen- 
sating gain, but so erroneous is this position that it may 
be asserted without reserve that an architect who can- 
not save an amount considerably exceeding his profes- 
sional fees, to his employer, in the construction of a 
given building, should not be engaged at any price. 
This saving is made in almost innumerable ways; in the 
quality of the material used, the character of the work- 
manship, the convenience of the arrangement of the 
rooms, etc., and finally in the time and trouble saved by 
being intelligently represented in the conduct of af-' 
fairs; for an architect will contract to personally super- 
vise the building operations and be responsible for their 
being properly done. Pains should be taken of course 
to assure one's self of the ability and integrity of the ar- 
chitect, but such assurance is easily to be obtained in 
the case of Mr. A. H. Saunders, of this city, for he is 
very widely known here and his reputation is of the best. 
Mr. Saunders is an architect and engineer, and has an of- 
fice in Besom Block, Room 16. He is thoroughly trained 
in the technical details of his profession, and is uniform- 
ly moderate in his charges ; while prompt and painstak- 
ing attention is assured to every commission. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



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P. T. Brophy & Brother, Restaurant, 161 Main 
street, Nashua, X. H. Cape Oysters hi season. — P. T. 
Brojihy & Brother keep just such an estabUshment as 
the majority of experienced travelers like to come 
across, for its proprietors pay more attention to comfort 
than to style, and the consequence is that their guests 
obtain mo?t satisfactory accommodations at most 
reasonable figures. Of course it is hard to define just 
wliat is meant by "style" for what may seem very 
stylish to one man may appear quite tlie opposite to 
another, but generally speaking, the most ''stylish" 
restaurants are those that charge the highest rates, for 
the least satisfactory service. Messrs P. T. Brophy & 
Broth«r have been identified with their present enter- 
prise since 1S89, and their restaurant has become known 
as a most excellent place at which to get a good sub- 
stantial meal for a very little money, and there is not a 
similar establishment in this section of tlie city deserv- 
ing a more liberal patronage. The bill of fare is always 
extensive and varied, and during the season a specialty 
is made of cape oysters, these delicious bivalves being 
prepared in every style known in the culinary art. Fine 
wine and cigars are also dealt in, and at all times of year 
the supply of substantials, and delicacies, is sufliciently 
abundant and varied to allow of all tastes being suited. 
The premises utilized by P. T. Brophy & Brother are 
located at No. 161 Main "street, and have a capacity for 
seating seventy-five guests. Five efficient assistants are 
constantly employed, and all patrons are promptly and 
politely served. 

Bit , q.|.j; 

N. H. Banking Co., Solomon Spalding, President, 
\y. A. Farley, Treasurer, 52 Main street, near Bridge, 
Nashua, N. H. — Small sums of money are best invested 
in a Savings Bank, and if we were asked to name one of 
the best banks of this kind which New Hampshire can 
show, we would not hesitate to call attention to that 
conducted by the New Hampshire Banking Company of 
this city, for since the incorporation of this institution 
as a guaranty Savings Bank in 1879, its record has been 
such as to inspire the utmost confidence in the enterprise 
and in its management. At the present writing the com- 
pany holds on deposit the sum of .51,038,432.22 and 
shows a surplus of $69,096.72, while the Guarantee Fund 
(paid in) amounts to $12.5,000. That this is a highly 
creditable and gratifying condition of aflairs goes with- 
out saying, and when we consider the comparatively 
few years that have elapsed since the undertaking was 
founded and the firm hold it now has on the confidence 
of those most familiar with the methods employed, we 
are justified in forming the most sanguine hopes for the 
future of the institution and in unreservedly commend- 
ing it to our readers, while the individual standing of 
the officers serves "to make assurance doubly sure" and 
to place the safety of all sums entrusted to the company 
beyond the possibility of a doubt. The names of the 
gentlemen in question are as follows : 
President, 
Solomon Spalding. 
Tkeasuueu, 
AV. A. Farley. 

TitUSTEES. 

Solomon Spalding, Charles H. Nutt, 

Solon S. Whithed, Edward Hardy, 

Archibald H. Dunlap, Charles Holman, 

Albert A. Rotch, David O. Smith, 

Eugene F. McQuesten, George Phelps. 

The bank is located at No. .52 Main street, near Bridge, 
and the business hours are from 9 to 12 a. m., and 2 to 4 
p. m., except Saturday afternoons; and Wednesday and 
Saturday evenings from 7 to 8. Interest commences on 
the first business day of every month, and as high a rate 
is paid as is consistent with that absolute security which 
is indispensable to the successful management of an in- 
stitution of this character. 



I. O. Woodward & Cory, Manufacturers and Deal- 
ers in Fine Harnesses, Saddles, Robes, Whips, Blankets, 
Brushes, also Trunks and Traveling Bags, No. 5 Rail- 
road square, Nashua, N. H.— The harness shop conduct- 
ed by Messrs. I. O. Woodward & Cory, at No. 5 Rail- 
road square is the oldest stand of the kind in town, it 
having been devoted to its present use for more than 
half a century. But our readers may be sure thac it has 
something besides its age to recommend it, as otherwise 
it would never have attained the leading position it now 
holds among similar establishments in this section of 
the state. The present proprietors succeeded Mr. Cyrus 
Coburn, and have been in possession since 1872, during 
which time they have developed the business and gained 
the reputation of selling thoroughly dependable goods 
at the very lowest market riites, so it is no wonder that 
the enterprise is highly popular and is looked upon as 
representative in the best sense of the word. Mr. I. O. 
Woodward is a native of Hanover, N. H., and Mr. S. L. 
Cory of Hartland, Vt., both these gentlemen being prac- 
tical harness-makers and giving personal attention to 
the filling of orders. They are manufacturers and deal- 
ers in Fine Harnesses, Saddles, Robes, Whips, Blankets, 
Brushes, Combs, Horse Boots, and in fact Horse Fur- 
nishing goods of all descriptions. Trunks and Travel- 
ing Bags are also largely dealt in, many styles being 
oftered and bottom prices quoted. Particular attention 
is given to repairing in all its branches, and orders are 
carefully and promptly filled. 

J. G. Blunt & Son. Groceries, Provisions, Dry 

Goods, Boots, Shoes, &c.. Corner Pearl and Chestnut 
streets.— Seldom can a more historic establishment be 
found than in the one now conducted by E. O. Blunt, at 
the corner of Pearl and Chestnut streets. As far back 
as 1836, the business was founded by John Blunt ; one 
year Later his son, familiarly known as Dea. John G. 
Blunt, was admitted to partnership, and retained active 
interest until his death in 1883, having been in the firm 
the long space of 47 years. E. O. Blunt, son of John 
G., and grandson of the founder, was given an interest 22 
years ago, and though the firm name remains unchanged, 
since his iEather"s death he has conducted this large busi- 
ness alone. In the long period since its foundation, the 
old store has seen many changes in its neighborhood — 
factories and dwellings have been built on every side, 
and the growth of his business has kept pace with the in- 
crease of population ; its corporation patronage is a large 
one, but its trade also extends to all parts of the city, 
requiring the services of five men and three teams to at- 
tend to it. The store is divided into departments, with 
cellar under the whole, while adjoining in the rear is a 
great store room for molasses and flour, with two floors 
above for general storage — and the whole is tilled to re- 
pletion with his great and varied stock, among which 
may be named a full line of the best family groceries, 
canned goods, and fancy groceries, butter, cheese, eggs 
and flour, a large line of crockery, lamps and glassware, 
country produce, all kinds of "fruits in their season, 
tobacco and superior brands of cigars, confectionery, 
nuts, knick-knacks generally, a line of dry goods, and a 
boot and shoe department. A great stock of flour is 
carried, and a large line of finest butter from most reli- 
able dairies and creameries is constantly kept on hand. 
Special attention is given to teas and cofiees, they being 
bought only after being thoroughly tested and from the 
most reliable importers, and for these goods this house 
bears an enviable reputation throughout the city. The 
continuance in business at one location of three genera- 
tions of the same family, speaks volumes for the relia- 
bility of the establishment as well as for their reputa- 
tion, and like each of his predecessors, the present 
proprietor is univerasally respected. He has held 
various important positions, was Alderman for three 
.vears and Renresentative in 1881 and Senator in 1887, 
was also chairman of Republican City Committee In 1889. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



W. B. Wakelin, Wholesale and Betail Dealer in 
Foreign and Domestic Dry Goods, No. 157 Main street, 
Nashua, N. H. — The importance of Nashua as a 
business centre is not easily over-estimated, for 
the city is the headquarters of trade in this section 
of the state, and the residents of the country for 
miles around have come to look upon Nashua as the 
place where supplies of all kinds can be bought 
to the best advantage. This condition of aflfiiirs 
has not been brought about without hard and intelli- 
gent work on the part of our local merchants, and can 
only be maintained by a continuance of tlie present pol- 
icy of "quick sales and small profits." Of course there 
are some establishments which are recognized as being 
the leaders in the movement to supply consumers at the 
lowest possible rates, and very prominent among these 
is that conducted by Mr.W. B. Wakelin, at No. 157 Main 
street. This enterprise was started in ISSO, by Messrs. 
Foster & Wakelin, and has been under the sole control 
of the present proprietor since 1881. Mr. Wakelin is a 
wholesale and retail dealer in Foreign and Domestic 
Dry Goods, and utilizes very spacious premises, consist- 
ing of a front store of the dimensions of 25x50 feet, a 
back store, measuring 20x50 feet, and a basement of 
about the same size. Any attempt to describe the stock, 
within our necessary limited space, could result in noth- 
ing but failure and we will simply sa}' that it is exception- 
ally complete in every department and is constituted ex- 
clusively of fresh, saleable goods, comprising the very 
latest fashionable novelties. Employment is given to 
13 assistants, thus assuring immediate and careful atten- 
tion to every caller, and while every article is warranted 
to prove as represented the prices are in every instance 
as low as the lowest. 



Hatch, Law & Co., Manufacturers and Jobbers of 
AValnut, Ash, Cherry and Oak Chamber Furniture, also 
Chifi'oniers, Sideboards and Tables, Nashua, N. II. — Not 
only is furniture clieaper at the present time than It 
ever was before, but it is much more beautiful and taste- 
ful, and should any of our readers be disposed to doubt 
either of these statements we will simply refer them 
to the illustrated catalogues of ten or fifteen years ago : 
while those published before that time will afford yet 
stronger proof of our assertion. There is a great amount 
of capital invested in furniture manufacturing, continual 
improvement is going on in the machinery used, and the 
result is a lowering of the cost of production, while at 
the same time the various operations incidental to it are 
carried on with even greater accuracy than before. A 
fine example of a thoroughly equipped modern furni- 
ture factory is that afforded by the establishment con- 
ducted by Messrs. Hatch, Law & Co., in this city, for 
this firm utilize a most elaborate and efiicient plant of 
improved machinery, run by a 100 horse-power engine, 
and are very extensively engaged in the production of 
Walnut, Ash, Cherry and Oak Chamber Furniture, and 
of Chiffoniers, Sideboards and Tables. Operations were 
begun in 1880 by Mr. S. I. Fox, the enterprise being 
continued in 1884 by Messrs. Fox & Hatch, who gave 
place to the present firm in 1887. Mr. Hatch is a native 
of Hardwick, Vt., and Mr. Law of 'Scotland, the latter 
gentleman having been 12 years in business in Boston, 
before coming to this city. The premises utilized com- 
prise 4 floors, of the dimension of 200x45 feet, and are 
very conveniently arranged, the facilities for the recep- 
tion of material and the delivery of goods being most 
excellent. Employment is given to from GO to 70 assist- 
ants, and the work is so carefully supervised that the 
results attained are uniformly desirable. Messrs. Hatch, 
Law & Co., are jobbers as well as manufacturers, and 
are prepared to "supply dealers with their productions 
at very favorable rates. A great variety of tasteful and 
popular styles are produced and the goods can safely be 
guaranteed to give competent satisfaction to the most 
fastidious trade. 



Crowley Brothers, Dealers in Clothing, Hats and 
Gents' Furnishings, 74 Male street, Nashua, N. H. — It 
is so well known by the majority of people that no 
single article of dress exerts a more controlling influ- 
ence over the entire appearance than the hat, that no 
argument is called for in support of a statement to that 
effect. The eye involuntarily seeks the face of the 
person it looks upon, and when the face is seen the hat 
must necessarily be in view also if it be worn at all. 
The best is the cheapest in hats as in many other arti- 
cles of wearing apparel, and it costs no more to get 
those that combine style, and durability, than it does to 
get those that are durable alone. That is to say if you 
visit an establishment where a large stock is carried and 
which is controlled by men of experience, you will be 
sure to have the choice offered you to purchase a fash- 
ionable and well-made article at a fair price. For in- 
stance, call on Messrs. Crowley Brothers at No. 74 Main 
street. Here you will find a beautiful and comprehen- 
sive stock of clothing, hats, and Gents' furnishings, etc. 
to select from. Messrs. Crowley Brothers have been 
identified with their present enterprise since 1889, and 
now utilize premises located at the above address. 
Messrs. T. A. and J. B. Crowley are both natives of 
Nashua, and have both been employed in the U. S. Pen- 
sion Agency at Concord. These gentlemen are well 
known and highly esteemed as busiuess men and native 
citizens of Nashua. 



R. P. Elliott, Manager Branch OflSce Wright, 
Brown & Crossley, Solictor of parents. Draughting, 
Designing and Perfecting of Inventions a Specialty. 
Goodrich Block, Room 8, Nashua, N. H. — Americans 
are known the world over as a highly ingenious and in- 
ventive people, and if auj' proof of the justness of tliis 
estimate were needed it could be found in the immense 
number of letters patent issued at Washington every 
year ; — patents so bewildering in variety and compre- 
hensive in scope that it seems as though there could be 
nothing left original under the sun on which to base a 
claim for a patent. Our patent system has many de- 
fects, no doubt, but it is probably as perfect a one as the 
world can show and it has certainly wonderfully stim- 
ulated invention. The very extent to whicli it is 
utilized is one of its weaknesses, for it tends to make 
the machinery of its government unwieldy and cumber- 
some, and it is undeniably true that an inventor having 
but little experience in the obtaining of a patent and 
but little time to devote to the matter, will meet with 
great trouble and vexation in the accomplishment of his 
purpose, and that even after his patent is granted it may 
be of but little practical use owing to the looseness with 
which the claims upon which it is based are presented. 
Therefore it is always best to obtain the aid of an expert 
solicitor, and not merely of a trained patent lawyer but 
of a man who is a thorough mechanic and can appre- 
ciate and make plain to others the strong points of the 
invention to which his attention is called. Such a man 
is Mr. E. P. Elliott, who has an office in Goodrich Block, 
room No. 8, and has been connected with the business 
since 1878. Mr. Elliott is a native of Somerville, Mass., 
and carries on a machine manufacturing business in 
Milford, N. II., besides his enterprise in Nashua where 
he is manager of the branch office of Messrs. Wright, 
Brown & Crossley, Solicitors of Patents, this being the 
only office of the kind in town. Mr. Elliott makes a 
specialty of the draughting, designing and perfecting 
of inventions and is competent to render most efficient 
aid to those seeking to simplify or develop mechanical 
devices, for he is a mechanical expert of high standing, 
and has appeared in this capacity in many important 
cases. Prompt personal attention will be given to com- 
munications, and inventors and otherslinterested should 
give Mr. Elliott a call, for his terms are uniformly 
moderate and the result will doubtless be satisfactory to 
all parties concerned. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



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Geo. B. McQuesten, West India Goods aud Fancy 
Groceries, Telephone No. 63-a, No. 20 Bridge street, 
Nashua, N. H. — The establishment conducted by Mr. Geo. 
B. McQuesten, at No. 29 Bridge street, is a prime favorite 
with the purchasing public, a ndthose conversant with 
the methods employed and the advantages oftered at this 
commodious and well-known store, cannot but admit 
that its popularity, great as it is, is thoroughly well-de- 
served. The business has not attained its present mag- 
nitude in a year or even in a decade, for it was founded 
more than 30 years ago, and its development has been 
gradual and permanent. Operations were begun by Mr. 
G. B. McQuesten, the present proprietor having assumed 
sole control in 1S80. He is a native of this city and has 
a very large circle of friends throughout Nashua and 
vicinity. The premises are 42x105 feet in dimensions, 
affording ample room for the accommodation of a heavy 
stock of West India Goods and Fancy Groceries, together 
with a full assortment of Crockery, etc., the Crockerj' 
ware-room being on the second floor. Perhaps the most 
adequate idea of the extent of the business may be 
gained from the fact tiiat employment is afforded to 11 
assistants, and Mr. McQuesteu's policy of having so 
large a force to attend to the demands of his trade, bears 
fruit in the prompt and painstaking service assured to 
every customer, much less delay being met with in the 
delivery of orders than in many an establishment of de- 
cidedly inferior magnitude. He is the sole agent in 
Nashua for Urban's Best Flour, which is conceded to be 
unsurpassed for family use and has won great popularity 
wherever introduced. Meats and Provisions are largely 
dealt in, and in short a full line of Family Stores is con- 
stantly in stock at this popular store, the goods being 
offered at prices in accordance with the lowest rates. 



The Nashua Novelty Works, Nashua, N. H.— 
This concern commenced business in 1856 in the south 
hall of Beasom Block, and its first work was the manu- 
facture of bird cages. In about two years Mr. Fletcher 
became the sole proprietor, and continued tlie business 
alone until 18G2, when Mr. Amos Webster became his 
associate. An increasing business soon required more 
room, and the firm, known as Fletcher & Webster, 
moved into the card shop building on Hollis street in 
1864. From time to time additions had been made to 
their list of goods manufactured, and in their new quar- 
ters, toy work and novelties were produced in much 
larger quantities than before. In 1866, the firm branched 
out quite largely in manufacturing furniture, Mr. 
Fletcher having sold his interests in that business at 
Thornton's Ferry, with a view of concentrating his ener- 
gies here. The business thus combined grew to such 
proportions that in 1869 the furniture part was moved to 
new buildings built for the purpose on Bowery street. 
The novelty business, however, was continued on Hollis 
street until 1872, when a shop, ii6 x 40, 3J stories, was 
erected on the north side of Bowery street, at the corner 
of Pond, for its accommodation. A little prior to this 
Mr. C. H. Hunt had been admitted a partner in the busi- 
ness on Hollis street, and it was there for a while car- 
ried on in the name of C. H. Hunt & Co. On the erection 
of the new building, the firm was reorganized, Mr. 
Webster, and soon after Mr. Hunt, retiring, and Messrs. 
S. C. Knowlton and H. O. Atwood succeeding them, un- 
der the firm name of Fletcher, Knowlton & Atwood. 
The business in the new shop then, for the first time, 
took the name of the Nashua Novelty Works. Later on 
Mr. Fletcher bought out his partners, and since 1881 
has been sole proprietor. In 1882, another building was 
erected, three stories, 74 x 40. The business now is in a 
flourishing condition, and manufactures about 10,000 
lawn settees a year, and a large variety of toy and nov- 
elty goods. Mr. Fletcher has held to the business from' 
the first, and kept it up in the dullest of times, making 
it a fair average success. He is still manager, assisted 
by Mr. C. W. Cofliu and H. J. Griswold. 



Nashua Boot and Shoe Mfg. Co. Oil Grain, Veal 
Calf, and Buff Goods. Grain Goods a Specialty. Men's, 
Boys', Youths', Women's, Misses' and Children's. 
Nashua, N, H., Allds Road. — An enterprise which most 
certainly deserves prominent mention in a review of the 
representative industries of Nashua, is that conducted 
by the Nashua Boot and Shoe Manufacturing Company, 
for this undertaking, although of very recent origin, 
is already a pronounced success and affords a sigufi- 
cant indication of how the resources of the city may be 
very materially developed. The company was incor- 
porated in 1889", with a capital of $15,000 ; the President 
being Mayor C. H. Burke and the Treasurer Mr. M. A. 
Taylor while the position of Sup't is ably filled by Mr. 
W. S. Farnsworth. The premises utilized comprise 3 
floors of the dimensions of 60x38 feet, and are very 
completely fitted-up with machinery of the most im- 
proved type, including a 20 horse engine and a .30 horse 
boiler ; the capacity of the factory being 500 pair per 
day. The company manufacture oil grain, veal calf 
and buS goods, including those suited for men's, boys', 
youths', women's, misses', and children's wear, and 
make a leading specialty of grain goods. Employment 
is given to 60 assistants aud the most extensive orders 
can be filled at comparatively short notice, and at rates 
that cannot fail to give the company a fair share of the 
public patronage. The magnitude which the business 
has already attained proves that there is a ready market 
for such goods as this factory is prepared to turn out, 
and as every process of the manufacture is carried on 
under painstaking supervision and selected material is 
used, there is no doubt but that the present uniformity 
of excellence noticeable in the finished product will be 
steadily maintained. 



C. A. Neal, D. D. S., Spalding Block, 237 Main St., 
Nashua. — Among those proverbs the wisdom of which 
becomes more and more evident as our experience of life 
increases, that should be given a prominent and honor- 
able position which informs us that "an ounce of pre- 
vention is worth a pound of cure." This is especially 
true in connection with the care of teeth, for it is un- 
questionably easier, more agreeable and more econom- 
ical to keep them in condition by regular and careful at- 
tention than it is is to have the ravages of decay arrest- 
ed and discoloration of the teeth removed by expert 
treatment; but many of us unfortunately have no choice 
in the matter at this late date, our teeth already being 
in a condition that calls for the adoption of prompt ana 
decisive measures of relief. Under these circumstances, 
it is obvious that information as to the whereabouts of a 
competent and experienced dentist cannot fail to be ac- 
ceptable, and we take pleasure in calling attention to 
the facilities possessed by C. A. Neal, D. D. S., for this 
gentleman is not only skilled in his profession but is also 
so gentle in his methods as to inspire confidence in the 
most timid, and entirely do away with that most uncom- 
fortable feeling of uneasiness which many of us labor 
under whenever we occupy a dentist's chair. Dr. Neal 
is a native of Hudson, Mass.. and is a graduate of the 
Howard University, Washington, D. C. He has prac- 
ticed his profession in Boston, Mass., and in Lynn, 
Mass., coming to Nashua in 1889. His rooms are con- 
veniently located in Spalding Block, No. 237 Main 
street, and are very thoroughly equipped, the comfort 
of callers being carefully consulted and the operating 
room being furnished with the latest-improved instru- 
ments and appliances, enabling dentistry in all its 
branches to be carried on in accordance with the most 
improved methods. By this method of administering 
the Vegetable Vapor, patient's are enabled to have teeth 
extracted without pain and tree from all dangers com- 
mon to Gas, Ether or Chloroform. Dr. Neal is moderate 
in Ills charges, and his work is fully guaranteed in every 
respect. 3 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



Daggett & QroBS, Dealers iu Groceries and Provis- 
ions, choice Teas and Coflees, corner Main and Franlilin 
Streets, Nashua. — The number of concerns in this 
couutry, engaged in the handling what are known as 
"staple" commodities is, of course, something enor- 
mous, for where there is a population of over 60,000,000 
souls to be fed, clothed and otherwise provided for, it is 
evident that there must be many hands to do the work. 
As a general rule the merchants of the United States are 
enterprising, sagacious and perfectly reliable, so that it 
requires a special degree of excellence to attain distinct- 
ion, when the average is so high and therefore, those 
firms which have gained prominence are all the more 
worthy of mention. One of the foremost of these in 
Nashua is that of Daggett & Cross, engaged iuthc retail 
trade of choice Tea and Coffee, Meats and Groceries, and 
located at the corner of Main and Franklin Streets, for 
the articles handled by them are "Staple" in the full 
sense of the term, being uniformly excellent in quality, 
and such as are indispensible iu every family. The en- 
terprise carried on by Messrs. Daggett & Cross was 
founded by them in 1860, and now holds a prominent 
place among other establishments of the kind iu this 
vicinity. Tlie premises are 40x00 feet in dimensions and 
fully stocked with complete lines of the goods handled. 
Employment is given to a sufficient force of assistants, 
and the service is prompt and courteous. The individ- 
ual members of this firm are Mr. V. R. Daggett who is a 
native of Greene, Me., and has been Alderman and 
Councilman, and Mr. L. S. Cross of Lyndborough, X. H., 
who has been Representative and Councilman. Both 
these gentlemen are so well known in this community as 
to hardly need personal mention at our hands, being 
thoroughly reliable and well-known citizens and busi- 
ness men of Nashua. 



■Underbill Edge Tool Co., Underbill and Amos- 
keag Consolidated Axes and Edge Tools, Nashua. N. H. 
The decided superiority of American Axes have long 
been conceded, and it is stated on excellent authority that 
Mr. Gladstone himself uses an axe of American manu- 
facture when indulging in the exercise of tree-felling to 
which no small part of his wonderful vigor is probably 
attributable. We do not know that the axe in question 
was made by the Underbill Edge Tool Company, but it 
is not at all unlikely to be one of that famous make for 
many of them are exported, and no axe manufactured 
has a more enviable reputation for efficiency and dura- 
bility. The enterprise conducted by this company was 
inaugurated by Mr. G. W. Underbill, and the business 
was placed in corporate form in 1852, the company con- 
solidating with the Amoskeag Axe Company of Man- 
chester, N. H., in 1870, and since that date manufactur- 
ing both the Underbill and the Amoskeag Axes and 
other Edge Tools. The President is Mr. Virgil C. Gil- 
man, who is one of the best known business men in the 
state, and at one time was mayor of the city. He is 
Treasurer of the Nashua Savings Bank and is a National 
Bank director, being active in promoting the best inter- 
ests of the city in many ways. Mr. William H. Beasom, 
the treasurer of the company, is also treasurer of the 
Nashua Saddlery Hardware Company ; is a director of 
the Indian Head National Bank and is a very prominent 
and influential member of the municipal government. 
The company has a capital of $80,000, and carries on 
operations on a most extensive scale, employing from 
80 to 100 assistants and utilizing one of the most per- 
fect manufacturing plants in the world. More than 
an acre of floor-space is comprised within the works, 
which are most eligibly located on a direct line of rail- 
road, the reception and shipping facilities being of the 
best. A 250 horse-power engine is at hand to furnish 
motive power and water-wheeli approximating 200 horse- 
power are also available. The mechanical work is con- 
ducted under the immediate supervisions of Mr. F. .S. 
Jacobs, who holds the position as Superintendent, and 



spares no pains to fully maintain the unsurpassed repu- 
tation of the company's products. These include axes, 
in great variety, suitable for lumbermen's, engineer's, 
firemen's ship carpenter's and ice men's use, together 
with broad-axes of various patterns, adzes in several 
styles, shingling hatchets, claw hatchets, arc pattern 
hatchets, half hatchets ; broad h.atchets, single or double 
bevel ; old pattern lathing hatchets, all steel hatchets 
full polished and etched. Haines' pattern hatchets 
solid cast steel adze eye, solid cast steel lathing hatchets, 
barreling hatchets in ordinary and Boston patterns ; 
brick hammers solid cast steel full polished in ordinary 
and Boston patterns, ice hatchets, framing chisels, deck 
chisels, carpenters slicks, cleavers, railroad picks in va- 
rious patterns, mattocks, bush hooks strapped eye, axe 
eye and round e)'e, bill hooks, box openers, ice chisels, 
butcher's handled axes full polished, and meat hatchets. 
Joseph Jacobs' Sons' celebrated brands of "J. Jacobs," 
"Phillips" and "Eagle" hatchets are also prominent 
specialties with this company, whose goods are handled 
by leading dealers throughout the Union and in many 
foreign countries, and are steadily growing in favor. 

John Woods, Successor to S. E. Jaquith & Co, 
Dealer in Carpetings and Upholstery Goods, Window 
Shades, Paper Hangings, Books, Stationery, etc.. No. 
159 Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — The residents of 
Nashua have good reason to congratulate themselves on 
the existence of the enterprise carried on by Mr. John 
Woods, for the simple reason that the ability atd energy 
shown in its management enable them to save money, 
time and trouble whenever they have occasion to pur- 
chase anything in the line of carpeting and drapery 
goods. This undertaking was formed in 1869 by the 
firm of S. E. Jaquith & Co., and has been under the en- 
tire management of the present proprietor since 1884. 
Mr. Woods was connected with the company in 1869, 
and is widely known in this vicinity. The premises 
utilized are located at No. 159 Main Street and are of the 
dimensions of 22x100 feet and contain a large and varied 
assortment of carpets, drapery goods, window shades 
and paper hangings. Also Books, Stationery, etc. There 
are three efficient assistants employed in this store, and 
callers may depend upon receiving immediate and polite 
attention at all times. Goods are sold at the lowest 
market prices and are in every instance guaranteed to 
prove precisely as represented in every respect. 

Indian Head House, Charles Willard, Proprietor., 
Board and Lodging $1.50 per day.. Good Stabling for 
Horses, 78 and 80 Canal Street, Nashua, N . H. — Mr. 
Charles Willard has not had control of the Indian Head 
House for a very long time, he only assuming control in 
1889, but to judge from this that he lacks experience in 
hotel management would be to make a most decided mis- 
take, for Mr. Willard has carried on the hotel business 
in Nashua for twenty-nine years, during which time he 
has opened five houses, and gained an enviable reputa- 
tion for liberal and progressive methods, and for making 
his guests feel entirely at home. He was born in Lan- 
caster, Mass., and, con,sidering' the facts just stated, it 
goes without saying that he is univerally known through- 
out this section of the state. The Indian Head House is 
located at Nos. 78 and 80 Canal street, and under its 
present management is a thoroughly comfortable hotel, 
although the terms are very low — board and lodging be- 
ing furnished for .§1.50 per day. The table is supplied 
with an abundance of well-cooked and substantial food, 
and the service is prompt and efficient at all times, while 
the guest-rooms are excellently cared for and comfortable 
and neat beds provided. This is more than can be said 
of many a much more pretentious and expensive house, 
and it is no wonder that the "Indian Head" is rapidly 
gaining in popularity and patronage. Good stabling 
for horses is available, and no pains is spared to com- 
pletely satisfy everj- guest. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



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C. H. Campbell, Xo. 3 Exchange Building, Nashua, 
N. H. — Among the men of affairs who have been prom- 
inent in Xashua, and vicinity it is fitting to malje 
Mention of C. H. Campbell this gentleman established 
thefirst real estate agency here in 1866 and it goes with- 
out saying that he is regarded as the most thoroughly 
competent authority in real estate matters in this section 
of the state. He has been jirominent in public affairs as 
well as in business circles and represented Amherst (his 
native town) six sessions in the State Legislature, be- 
fore coming to Nashua. He was appointed in 1S60 by 
the Governor one at the commissioners to revise the 
military element of the state of New Hampshire; he 
gave liberally of his private means to promote enlist- 
ments in the Union army in his native town in 1871 and 
1S72. He represented the 7th senatorial district in the state 
senate and was President of that body in 1S72. He also 
represented ward one in Nashua, 1883 and 1SS4 in the State 
Legislature. He began operations 42 years ago as an 
auctioneer his experience extends over a large part of 
New England and as far west as Chicago, having sold 
every description of jiroperty, from farm implements to 
a county jail, 'state prison and railroad. Mr. Campbell 
has had large and successful experience in western in- 
vestments for the past fifteen j^ears, has often visited 
that part of the country and is well posted as to value 
of lands in the different localities where loans are made, 
and the home standing of many of the companies 
loaning to eastern investers. He U the ouly representa- 
tive of the American loan and trust company of Omaha 
Nebraska. In New Hampshire, this company sells 
none but guaranteed securities, its policy being 
" safety rather than high rates," it owns a controlling 
interest in several National Banks in the best agricul- 
tural counties in Nebraska, there banks make loans on 
well improved farms and city property in their vicinity 
and guarantee them to the American Loan and Trust 
Company and the company guarantees the same to the 
purchaser. The interest is sent directly to the owner of 
the security semi-annually and always before maturity 
of the coupon. The capital stock paid in, is 8 400,000 
with a large surplus-the oflBcers of the company own 
more than half of the stock ; O. M. Carter the President 
owning eleven htt7idred shares, the stock is in quick 
demand at from 15 per cent, to 20 percent, premiun. 
The President has been a resident of Nebraska for 
thirty two years is thoroughly acquainted with every 
portion of the state — his knowledge — experience and 
and conservative policy has done much towards making 
this one of the safest and strongest companies in the 
counti"y — this company has never made but two 
foreclosures and carries but very little over-due interest,is 
under the supervision of the Bank Commissioners of Con- 
necticut, Inspector of Finance of the state of Vermont 
and Examiner of foreign companies loaning in the state 
of Massachusetts. A report of this compauj- can be found 
in the Bank Commissions report of New Hampshire 
— 168(1. Investers desiring a safe investment beyond all 
contingencies should call at No. 3 Exchange Building 
Nashua, where these securities are for sale in difl'erent 
amounts by C. H. Campbell, who refers to all institutions 
and individuals who hold any of their solid securities. 



Ella Blaylock, M. D. C. M., (Queen's University 
Kingston, Ontario.) Office hours, 10 to 12 a. m., 1 to 3 
and 7 to 8 p. m.. Office 165 Main Street. Nashua, N. H. 
— An argument in favor of female physicans, presented 
at this late day, would be much like an argument in 
favor of abolition of slaving — it might be thoroughly 
convincing but it would certainly be totally unnecessa- 
ry. That a competent female practitioner fills a unique 
position which no one of the other sex, however efficient 
and faithful, can possibly fill with equal success, is not 
a theorj' — it is an admitted fact — and therefore we can, 
without reflecting in the slightest degree upon Nashua's 
excellent physicians, heartily congradulate the commu- 



nity upon the settlement here of Ella Blaylock, M. D. 
C. M.,— the first female physician to locate in Nashua, 
and one admirably qualified both by natural ability and 
education for the responsible duties she has assumed. 
Dr. Blaylock was born in England and is a graduate of 
the Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, where she 
held the position of Demonstrator of Anatomy for two 
years. She began practise in Nashua in 1888, confining 
herself to the treatment of the diseases of women and 
children in which she has achieved remarkable success ; 
the natural result being that her practice has already 
become extensive and is still rapidly increasing. A con- 
veniently arranged apartment of three rooms located at 
No. 165 Main Street, is utilized for office purposes. Dr. 
Blaylock's office hours being from 10 to 12 a. m., from 1 
to 3 and from 7 to 8 p. m. She has made many friends 
thruughout this vicinity and her evident devotion to her 
profession has elicited much favorable comment and 
done much to stimulate the demand for her services. 



Ii. P. Duncklee, Contracter and Jobber, 34 Summer 
Street, Nashua, N. H.— Mr. Duncklee is a veteran of the 
late war, enlisting from Nashua in 61, served three years 
in the 4th. New Hampshire Volunteers, returning to 
Nashua and engaged in the meat business on Canal 
street, continuing about seven years, when he sold out and 
started in the stone business, putting in cellars, also 
sewers and drains and well digging, building streets etc. 
Thirteen years ago while opening a ledge, he was blown 
up and lost one eye and his right hand. Soon after was 
elected Street Commissioner of District No. 5 continuing 
in this capacity two years, when he again engaged in 
contracting as before, and is still ready to answer the 
roll-call for the same business. Three years ago Mr. 
Duncklee and Mr. Roswell Prescott (also a veteran of 
the late war, from Maine) formed a partnership in mak- 
ing artificial stone and marble, a commodity which when 
better known will be in much greater demand than at 
present, for it is not only as beautiful as any natural 
stone, but equally as hard, stands the climate changes 
as well, and can be cast in any form or shape such as 
underpinning, stepping stones, chimney tops, funnel 
collars, cemetery work, mantel shelves, also flower 
vases for gardens, lawns, and cemetery lots. Samples 
of the above can be seen at their works Nos. 32 and 34 
Summer street which have stood the test. They also 
manufacture drain and sewer pipe of different sizes, from 
three inches to eighteen inch caliber, which they guar- 
antee to be A, number one, in every respect and are ready 
to supply any and all orders. Give them a call. 

Peasley & McClary, Hacks for Parties. Wed- 
dings, Funerals and Transient work furnished at Short 
Notice. Offices; Tremont and I-aton Houses. Also Tel- 
ephone Coanections, Nashua, N. H. — Among the rep- 
resentative enterprise which it is the purpose of tliis 
book to bring to the attention of those interested, that 
conducted by Messrs. Peasley & McClary deserves 
especially prominent mention, on account of its long 
standing. The firm in question m:ike a specialty of 
furnishing Hacks for Parties, Weddings, Funerals" and 
other occasions and in fact carry on the only exclusive- 
ly Hacking Stable in town. The business was founded 
many years ago, the present proprietor having been 
preceded by Messrs. H. T. Morrill & Co., The stable 
is located at No. 2 Lock street but oflices are maintained 
at the Tremontand Laton Houses, and telephone connec- 
tion is had so that orders can be given without trouble 
or delay from nearly every part of the city and suburbs. 
The firm own 15 horses and ten vehicles, and employ 
five experienced assistants permanently ; additional help 
being quickly available when desired. The teams are 
flrst-class in style and condition and are furnished at 
very reasonable rates and at short notice ; although of 
course when a number of carriages are wanted arrange- 
ments should be made in advance. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 




F James H. Hunt, Proprietor Tremont Stables, Fine 
Teams Furnished at all hours. Driver if desired. Board- 
ing and Transient Horses receive special attention, 
Telephone No. 98-2, Tremont Block, 79 and 81 Pearl 
Street, Nashua, N. H.— The "Tremont Stables'" are just- 
ly entitled to very prominent mention in a review of the 
representative establishments of Nashua, for they are 
not only the largest stables in town but are also the 
most completely equipped, while the management is 
progressive, liberal and reliable. This enterprise was 
inaugurated some years ago, and at one time was con- 
ducted by Messrs. J. Wilkins & Son, who were succeed- 
ed bv Messrs. Hunt & Powell, the present proprietor, 
Mr. James H. Hunt, assuming sole control in 1889. He is 
a native of Stoddard, N. H., and is one of the best-known 
business men of Nashua, having held the position of 
City Marshal for 5 vears and at present being coroner 
for the county. The efficient foreman of the stables, 
Mr. F. A. Gray, is also very widely and favorably known, 
particularly among horse owners and those making fre- 
quent use of Livery teams, for he has been connected 
with the establishment for 18 years and has a most 
enviable record for doing all in his power to completely 
satisfy every person. That the methods practised at the 
Tremont Stables are appreciated is shown by the liberal 
support the undertaking receives both in the Boarding 
and Livery departments, the facilities, extensive as they 
are, being none too much so to meet the demands of the 
business, there being an average of 40 horses kept here 
the year around, and there being 47 stalls on the prem- 
ises, which are locatad in Tremont Block, Nos. 79 and 
81 Pearl Street, and rear of Tremont Hotel. First-class 
single or double teams will be furnished at all hours, 
experienced and careful drivers being provided if desired, 
the charges made are uniformly moderate, comparing 
favorably with those quoted at many stables oftering de- 
cidedly "inferior service. Boarding and Transient 
Horses are assured comfortable quarters and the best of 
care, and the most valuable animals may safely be placed 
under Mr. Hunt's charge. Orders by Telephone No. 
98-2 are assured immediate and painstaking attention, 
the employment of .5 assistants enabling the extensive 
business to be easily handled. 

C. P. BeU, Sewing Machines and Organs. Repairing 
a Specialty, 85 Main Street, Nashua, N. H.— It is no 
wonder that the residents of Nashua and vicinity make 
a practice of calling upon Mr. C. P. Bell, at No. 8.5 Main 
Street, when they want anything in the line of Musical 
Instruments. Sewing machines. Knitting machines, 
Sewing Machine Parts, Needles, etc., for this gentleman 
has dealt in these and in other articles for a good many 
years, and he has established a well-deserved reputation 
for handling strictly dependable goods, quoting posit- 
ively bottom prices, and using his customers squarely 
and liberally at all times. He was born in Boston, 
Mass., but has resided in Nashua for 33 years, and be- 
gan business in 1871, as a member of the "Bell Needle 
Company." This name is still retained, but Mr. Bell 
became sole proprietor in 1889, the enterprise having 
greatly developed and now including the manufacture of 
Needles and Pins of all kinds. He is also sole manufac- 



turer of Bell's Old Piano and Furniture Polish, 
which is put up expressly for family use and is 
guaranteed to be the best in the world. 
Agents are wanted to sell this article, and its 
merits are so genuine and superior that it is 
very desirable to handle, the demand for it in 
any community steadily increasing from the 
time of its introduction. Mr. Bell deals ex- 
tensively in Pianos, Organs, Accordions, Violins, 
Banjos, Strings, Band Instruments and Musical 
Merchandise of all kinds, together with 
Sewing Machines, Knitting Machines, Oil, 
Needles, Shuttles and all sewing machine parts, 
quoting bottom prices for cash or on instal- 
ments. McCall's Glove-Fitting Dress Pat- 
terns and Publications are also dealt in, as are 
Scissors, Shears, Button-hole Cutters, and other 
dress-making supplies. Mr. Bell has procured the ser- 
vices of a practical Piano and Organ Tuner and Repairer 
and is prepared to fill all orders at short notice and at 
moderate rates. Piano, Pipe and Reed Organs, Musical 
Boxes, Sewing and Knitting Machines, Type Writers, 
Clothes Wringers, Carpet Sweepers, etc., will be put in 
perfect order, satisfaction being guaranteed and ma- 
chines being called for and delivered free. The premises 
utilized are located nearly opposite the Post Office, being 
at No. 8,5 Main Street, rooms 5 and 6. 



Abel Bowman., Provisions, 60 South Elm Street. — 
Among the many well kept markets of this city, there is 
none which holds a more prominent place than that of 
Abel Bowman. The building owned and occupied by 
him at 00 South Elm street, is specially constructed and 
fitted up with all the latest and best accommodations 
that long experience could suggest. The building con- 
sists of two stories and basement and measures 22x-50 
feet. On the ground floor is the store which is finely 
stocked with everything in the provision line, meats, 
vegetables ect. The refrigerator is a grand one and 
measures 8x10 feet, and is constructed on the cold air 
principle, the ice, of which it holds three tons, being 
placed in a receptacle at the top. In this room — for in- 
deed it is a room, all the meats and perishable articles are 
kept, and,the pure dry air keeps them in a state of 
whoiesoraeuess unknovvn to the ordinary wet ice-chest 
or refrigerator. Mr. Bowman has many specialties in 
his line, and among others is the salting of his own pork, 
and of this article alone fifty barrels can now be seen in 
the clean basement of this store. All the lard sold 
at this house is tried out on the premises, and spe cial 
care is exercised to use nothing but the best material. 
The room in which the lard is prepared and sausages 
manufactured, is on the second floor and is a model of 
cleanliness and neatness. The grounds on which the 
out-buildings are erected measure 171x96 feet, and here 
is the residence, barn, carriage house and smoke house; 
here all the hams sold by this house are cured, and like 
all the product of Mr. Bowman have a wide reputation 
for their excellent quality. Some idea of the extent of 
this business may be gained when it is stated that during 
the past season Mr. Bowman has tried out over six tons 
of lard and salted and packed over 75 barrels of pork, 
and the business is steadily ou the increase. Twelve 
years ago Mr. Bowman erected his present quarters ; 
previous to this time he was located at the corner of 
Main and Pearl streets for a period of three years, but 
the business as carried on by him required larger and bet- 
ter quarters, and not until the present building was 
erected were the necessary accomodations obtainable. 
In the matter of beef, pork, lard and butter the stock car- 
ried by Mr. Bowman is not surpassed by any house in 
the city. He is a gentleman of the old school, active, 
energetic and progressive, courteous, high-minded and 
liberal in his dealings, he has won a host of patrons and 
his friends are legion. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



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Nashua Building and Loan Association. 



Oeace : 7 Goodrich Block, 77 Main Street, 



NASHUA, N, H. 



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93, 



Laws, ise?. 



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Claims the attention of all 

Who wish to own their own houses. 
Who wish to make investments as safe as Savings 
Bank Deposits, paying larger Dividends. 

Its objects : 

To hels its members to build homesteads. 

To help its members to buy homesteads. 

To help its members to pay off existing mortgages. 

To help its members to save money. 

The following advatages should be noted : 

The Association is Co-operative, doing a partnership 
Banking and Loan Business, therefore each member 
shares in all tlie profits. 

Any sum from one dollar to twenty-five dollars per 
month may be invested. 

Women may become shareholders. 

Children may purchase shares. 

.Savings are deposited monthly and begin to earn divi- 
dends at once. 

The funds of the Association are loaned monthly. 

Securities are of the best class. 



First mortgages on homesteads and improved real 
estate. 

Dividends are compounded semi-annually. 

No system presents a more admirable mode of accu- 
mulating money for future purposes. 

For the future building of houses. 

For old age, sickness. 

For the benefit of children. 

Throughout their history in the United States, 1831- 
1890, Local Building" and Loan Associations have 
proved as safe as the Savings Banks, and have paid 
better dividends to the investor. 

The borrower : 
Loans are made for a long period, but may be repaid 

at any time if the borrower desires. 
Loans are repaid in easy monthly instalments. 
The borrower's monthly payments immediately begin 

to participate in all the profits. 
Monthly payments of rent, if paid to this Association, 

would give you a home of your own in from ten 

to eleven years. 
Loans from this Association will be found not only to 

be easier, but of less cost than if obtained elsewhere. 



Sl:kc«x*es ccti:i. £»!•%?«.'■ t*y-s t3& ot>t«iinecl frojm tlr»e Secretary , 



CaU at Room 7, Goodrich Block, 77 Main Street, for Circulars and By-Laws. 
Regular Monthly Meetings on Third Wednesday of each Month. 



President, JOHN A. FISHER. Vice-President, FRANK D. COOK. Secretary, BERTIS A. 
PEASE. Treasurer, FREDERICK A. EATON. 



DIF^ECTORS. 

F. D. COOK, J. A. FISHEE, F. A. EATON, C. W. STEVENS, B. A. PEASE, 
PATEICK BAEEY, JOHN D. CHANDLEE, JAMES H. TOLLES, 

W. A. GEEGG. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



I^ashaa Trust Co. 

CAPITAL, $150,000.00. 



Transacts a General Banking Business. 



Sells Ota^£irein.t*ieta. rvoatis, 

tua^d G per oei:i.t. IDel>en= 

tvire ]Bor3.ds. 



FEAXK JONES, President. 

GEO. E. GAGE, Vice-PreMdent. 
M. A. TAYLOR, Secretary. 

JOHN P. GOGGIN, Treasurer. 



OFFICE HOUflS, 9 to 4. 



Nashua Iron Foundry, Charles Williams, Proprie- 
tor, Temple Street, Nashua, N. H.— Among those es- 
tablishments so thoroughly identified with Nashua's 
development that their history is also a part of the his- 
tory of the city itself, prominent mention must be made 
of the Nashua Iron Foundry, for this has been carried 
on for many years and has long held a leading position 
among the most extensive and best equipped foundries 
in the state. Operations were begun by Messrs. S. & C. 
Williams, in 1845 and several changes have since oc- 
curred in the firm-name but the present proprietor, Mr. 
Charles Williams, has had sole control for more than .30 
years. He is a native of Easton, Mass., and is one of the 
best-known business men in Nashua, having been a 
member of the original city council, and occupying the 
mayor's chair in 1876. Mr. Williams is very progressive 
in his ideas, and the valuable aid he has rendered in de- 
veloping the resources and calling attention to the needs 
of the growing city is very generally acknowledged 
throughout this section. The Nashua Foundry is loca- 
ted on Temple Street, the entire plant utilized cover an 
area of more than four acres. Every facility is at hand 
for the carrying on of operations to the best possible 
advantage, and as employment is given to 100 men it 
goes without saying that the most extensive orders can 
be filled at short notice. The quality of the work done 
here needs no eulogy at our hands, it being known 
throughout the state and being accepted as the standard 
wherever known. Mr. Williams is in a position to quote 
the lowest market rates, and the magnitude of his bus- 
iness shows that the advantages he offers are fully ap- 
preciated. 



C. Milan Morse, Ph. G., Pharmacist, 95 Main Street, 
Nashua, N. H.— The position of the pharmacist unites 
the requirements and responsibilities of both the profes- 
sional and the business man. and as is always the case, 
it thus involves peculiar fitness and the combination of 
rare and opposite characteristics of mind, which we sel- 
dom find in one individual, in order that the duties and 
cares may be properly and successfully met. To the 
fact that these conditions of scientific knowledge and 
business enterprise have been exceptionally well-filled, is 
chiefly owing to the marked and increasing success which 
has Attained the establishment now conducted by Mr. 
C. Milan Morse, at No. 95 Main Street. This establish- 
ment was originally founded by Mr. E S. Russell, who 
was succeeded by Dr. Bradford Allen, and so continued 
until 1880, when Mr. Morse assumed sole proprietorship, 



and has always shown peculiar capabilities for his work 
and a thorough reliability, which has won the confidence 
of the public. His premises comprise a store 20x60 feet, 
besides a labratory in the rear 20x30 feet, in which is 
prepared "Olive Amandine" for chapped hands, face 
and lips, rough and hard skin, also "Balsam Fir Cough 
Syrup." Mr. Morse's store is stocked witli a complete 
and valuable assortment of pure drugs and first-class 
druggists sundries, stationery, toilet articles, etc. Tal- 
ented and experienced assistants are employed, and 
special attention is paid to the prescription department 
which is managed with unusual accuracy. Mr. Morse 
is a native of Nashua, aud one of our most successful 
and popular pharm.acists, and has justlj' earned the es- 
teem and appreciation of his fellow-citizens. He is a 
graduate of Massachu.=etts College of Pharmacy and is 
also a member of the American and New Hampshire 
Pharmaceutical Association. 



Charles Holman, Manufacturing Confectioner, Fine 
Druggist's Lozenges a specialty, 24" Main Street, 
Nashua, N. H. — Those who have ever attempted candy 
making at home (and who has not?) need not be told 
that even the simplest confections require care and skill 
on the part of those who would attain the best results, 
and that something besides the use of the best materials 
is essential to the production of strictly first-class con- 
fectionery. An elaborate and costly plant of machinery 
is required in order to conduct this industry in accord- 
ance with modern methods, and one of the best equipped 
establishment of the kind in the state is unquestionably 
that carried on at No. 247 Main Street, by Mr. Chas. Hol- 
man ; the premises utilized comprising four floors of the 
dimensions of 40x75 feet aud being fitted-up wth the 
most improved appliances, etc., in every department. 
The business was founded about a score of years ago by 
Mr. Holman, who is a native of Massachusetts and is ex- 
ceptionally familiar with every detail of the industry 
with which he has so long been identified. He manufac- 
tures confectionery in general but makes a specialty 
of Fine Druggist Lozenges ; finding a ready market for 
his goods througliout New Fngland and New York 
state. Mr. Holman spares neither trouble nor expense 
to ensure uniformity of excellence in his productions, 
aud they will be found suited to the most fastidious 
trade, while they will be supplied at very reasonable 
rates and at extremely short notice. 



READ THE lASHUA GAZETTE. 

Daily and Weekly. 



It contains all the latest local news 

and much pertinent editorial 

comment. 

Morning telegraphic news from Boston 
and news from all over the 
State, i 

The only Democratic daily in Southern 
New Hampshire. 



Daily, $6 a year. Weekly, $1. 



LEADIMU BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



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White Mountain \mm (jo. 

Our Specialty : 

The tUhite mountain lee Cream 
ppeezep. 
OuE Market: The LCIhole CUorld. 
Our Motto : flot houi Good, but houi 
Cheap. 



Employ 250 bands, Annual business, $250,000 



J. W. White, Pres. Geo. A. Eollins, Vice-Pres. 
L. F. Thurber, Treas. 



CAPITAL PAID IN, $100,000.00. 

N. E. Rogers, Cold Blast Market, The Choicest 
Meats, Fruits and Vegerables, Oysters in season. No. 15 
Chestnut Street, Nashua, X. H.— The assertion is fre- 
quently made that there is no difficulty in obtaining any 
merchantable product during the proper season provided 
you are willing to pay for it, but this assertion is not 
strictly in accordance with the facts for there are many 
people who have experienced a great deal of difficulty 
in getting first-class beefsteak for instance, although 
they paid enough to be furnished with the very choicest 
cuts. The truth of the matter is. some dealers do not 
handle tlie choice cuts of meat to any great extent and 
therefore are not in a position to cater to fastidious 
trade, so that it is well to use some discrimination in the 
placing of orders and we feel that we are doing our 
readers a service by calling their attention to an estab- 
lishment where the very best of goods are handled — the 
new meat and vegetable market, conducted by Mr. N. 
E. Rogers, at No. 15 Chestnut Street. The premises 
have an area of 1500 square t6"X and are fitted-up with 
the "cold-blast" storage facilities, en.abling a heavy 
stock of meats, vegetables and other perishable commod- 
ities to be carried m perfect safety during the warmest 
weather, as a freezing temperature can be maintained 
with perfect ease if desired. Mr. Rogers is a native of 
this city and evidently has advanced ideas on the sub- 
ject of catering to city trade, for he has spared neither 
trouble or expense in equipping his establishment and 
his liberal methods have already resulted in the building 
up of an extensive and desirable patron.age although op- 
perations were not begun until 1880. No single class of 
trade is catered to, hut on the contrary efforts are m.ade 
to suit all tastes and all purses, and bottom prices are 
quoted on all the commodities dealt in, which includes 
oysters in their season, also a complete stock of canned 
goods constantly on hand. Employment is given to 
three assistants and orders will be promptly filled. 

Nashua Carriage Co., Manufacturers and Dealers in 
Carriages and .Sleighs of every description. Repairing in 
all its branches promptly attended to, and satisfaction 
guaranteed, F. G. Crowell, proprietor, 4 Cedar Street. 
S'ashua, N. 11. — The Nashua Carriage Co., are prepared 
to manufacture Carriages and Sleighs of every descrip- 
tion, but they make a specialty of Market Wagons and 
Sleighs and their productions in this line have never 
been surpassed and in but very few cases equalled. Now, 
this seems a very sweeping, statement, but it is not made 
without good reason and it will be endorsed by all com- 
petent judges practically acquainted with the facts in the 
case. Mr. F. G. Crowell, who has charge of the enter- 



prise, is a native of Johnson, Vt., and has been identi- 
fied with his present line of business for 38 years, during 
which time he has built more Peddler's Carts than any 
other man in the United States. He was the first man 
to ship carriages to California, and is one of the best- 
known carriage manufacturers in the state. The Nashua 
Carriage Company carry on operations at No. 6 South 
Elm Street, where they have a most efficient plant, not 
only for manufacturing to order but also for repairing, 
for particular attention is paid to the latter work, which 
is carried on in all its branches, orders being promptly 
filled and entire satisfaction guaranteed. The market is 
flooded with "cheap" vehicles of all kinds nowdays and 
the most absurd claims are made by certain irresponsible 
manufacturers, but "the best is the cheapest" now as 
ever, and in order to get the best place your orders with 
the Nashua Carriage Co. 



Barr & Co., Dealers in Hardware, Iron and Steel, 
Agricultural Implements. Paints, Oils, etc., No. 70 Main 
Street. Nashua, N. H.— The firm of Barr & Co., carry 
one of the largest stocks of Hardware, Iron and Steel, 
Agricultural Implements, Paints, Oils, etc., to be found 
in the city, and do a very extensive businf ss both whole- 
sale and retail. This establishment was founded in 1849, 
and the gentlemen now comprising the firm are James 
Barnard, F. S. Kittredge and John H. Barr; the first 
named being a native of New Boston, N. H., the second 
of Alstead, N. H., and the third of Nashua, N. H. The 
premises made use of are located at No. 70 Main Street, 
and comprise two floors each of the dimensions of 40 by 
80 feet, the whole being none too large to accommodate 
the heavy and varied stock required by the magnitude 
and character of the firm's operations. Hardware of 
all kinds is largely handled, and a goodly proportion of 
all the articles coming under this head used in this vicin- 
tity are furnished by Messrs. Barr & Co., for they enjoy 
the most favorable relations with producers 
and not only quote bottom prices, but guarantee their 
goods to prove as represented in every instance, and 
both large and small buyers may depend upon receiving 
immediate and courteous attention at all times. Mr. 
Barnard is connected with the city government and all 
the members of the firm are very well known in the social 
as well as business circles, of Nashua. 



C. H. Baker, & Co., Dealer in Fresh, Salt, Pickled, 
Smoked and Dried Fish of all kinds. Oysters, Clams and 
Lobsters in their seasons. Railroad Square, Nashua, N. 
H. — Those who have done business with the firm of 
C. H. Baker & Co., long enough to have become famil- 
iar with their methods and the excellence of their ser- 
vice, need not be advised to patronize their establish- 
ment in the future, but a^ there are doubtless many 
among our readers who have not had this experience, 
we think it will be both pleasant and well-.advised for us 
to call attention to some of the many advantages they 
have to offer. To begin with their store is central- 
ly located in Riilroad Square, and measures about 1000 
square feet, and is very completely fitted up for the 
carrying on of the business in the best possible manner. 
Dealing as they do in such perishable commodities as 
fish, oysters, vegetables, etc. Messrs. Baker & Co., 
have spared no expense to provide the most approved 
means for the preservation of the same, when the 
weather is warm or otherwise unfavorable, and they 
have found their reward in the character of their patro- 
nage, for no one likes to purchase articles of food which 
have been improperly oared for. Messrs. Baker & Co., 
are widely-known in Nashua, .■•s dealers in fresh, salt, 
pickled, smoked and dried fish of all kinds, also oysters, 
clams and lobsters in their seasons. Canned fruits of every 
variety, and early vegetables in their seasons are includ- 
ed in the stock constantly on hand. Two competent assis- 
tants are employed, and all orders received are promptly 
attended to and" delivered to any part of the city. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



WHY DON'T VOU BUY YOUR OROCERIES OK 

B- S. WOOIDS, 



DEALER IN ALL KINDS OP 



iT-^sxar-u-u^, iT. n. 



GROCERIES, BUTTER, CHEESE, EGGS 

FLOUR AND GRAIN. TEA, COFFEE, SPICES, ETC. 

Oranges, Lemons, Nuts, Dates, and all kinds of Fruit in their Season. 



PRICES LOW, AND GOODS DELIVERED PROMPTLY. 



Pease & Avery. Furniture, Ciirpets and Crockery, 
Stoves, Tinware, etc.. Telephone No. 129-4, Xo. 59 to 73 
Factory Street, Nashua, N. H. — There are two ways in 
which a house may be furuisheil. One is to tramp all 
over the city, — to buy a sofa here, a car]>et 
there, a chamber set somewhere else and 
a stove at still another place, and so on— the 
other way is to visit an establishment conduct- 
ed by a reputable firm who have a well-earned reputa- 
tion for carrying a complete stock of everything in the 
line of house furnishings, and for quoting bottom prices 
on dependable goods ; and placing your entire order with 
them. By the first course you are put to an infinite 
deal of trouble in exchanging satisfactorily or having due 
allowance made ; by the second course j-ou are enabled 
to transact the business quickly and easily, and have the 
guarantee of one honorable concern to back up every 
article you purchase. It is the public appreciation of 
these facts which has so rapidly built up the immense 
business now done by Messrs. Pease & Avery. This firm 
announce themselves to be "competent House Furnish- 
ers,"' and they mean just precisely that and nothing less. 
Do you want furniture, carpets, crockery ? They have 
them. Do you want stoves or tinware? No "better 
stock of such goods than that carried by them can be 
found in the city. Do you want wall papers, curtains, 
draperies, glassware, lamp goods, cutlery? They 
may all be found in almost endless variety at this popu- 
lar establishment, together with Tictures, Clocks, Wood- 
en and Stone Ware, and in fact about everything under 
the sun that any well-regulated family can require in 
the shape of household articles. No words can give an 
adequate idea of either the magnitude or the variety 
of the stock,— the only thing to do is to go and see it 
yourself. The premises utilized are located at Nos. 59 
to 73 Factory Street, are from 4 to 5 stories high and 
from 54 to 90 feet deep. The firm recently added a 
4-story building measuring 85x25 feet to their establish- 
ment, and still they have no room to spare. The vast 
store is litterally filled with goods, — up-stairs, — down- 
stairs, front, rear — wherever you go you see House Fur- 
nishings of one kind or another and you must be a most 
exceptional individual if you can't find just what will 
suit your taste and your means among tliis immense but 
carefully chosen assortment. As for the prices, they 
speak for themselves. The great business this firm has 
built up in barely three years is not the result of luck, of a 
popular whim, or of any other accident, but it is the re- 
sult of hard, intelligent work and of a rapidly growing 
conviction on the part of the purchasing public that un- 
usual value is given for every dollar expended here. 
The firm make no promises they do not intend to keep; 
they oflfer no goods as something which they are not. 
In short, they respect and keep faith with their custom- 
ers, — and it is but fair to say that their customers return 
the compliment. Mr. C. R. Pease is a native of Maine, and 
began operations in the Stove and Tinware business 
here in Nashua, in 1879. In 1887 he became associated 
■with Mr. C. H. Avery, and the sale of General House 



Furnishings was begun. Air. Avery was born in Mass- 
achusetts and, like Mr. Pease, gives close personal atten- 
tion to the business, although the firm employ 18 assist- 
ants. An important department of the business is the 
manufacture of Parlor Furniture to order ; the best of 
work being done and bottom prices quoted. Tin Roof- 
ing and General Jobbing are also given immediate and 
skilful attention, whether orders are left in person or 
sent by mail or Telephone. The charges are uniformly 
moderate and satisfaction is confidently guaranteed. 

Geo. A. Burge & Co., Dealer in Fine Carriages, 
Harnesses, etc., Xos. 15 and 17 Main Street, Nashua, 
N. H.,— Such of our readers as wish to purchase a fine 

carriage, or a 
thoroughly 
well-made har- 
ness would do 
well to call on 
Messrs. Geo. A. 
Burge & Co., 
doing business 
at Nos. 15 and 
17 Main Street, 
for this firm are 
extensive deal- 
ers in such 
goods, and are 
prepared to 
quote prices as 
low as the low- 
est on thoroughly reliable articles. Operations were be- 
gun in 1885 bj' Mr. George A. Burge, the existing firm 
being formed in 1887 by the admission to partnership of 
Mr. A. D. Ramsdell. Mr. Burge is a native of Hollis, 
N. H., and was long one of the most prominent citizens 
of that town, being Postmaster for about 9 years and 
also serving at different times as Town Clerk, Town 
Treasurer and on the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Rams- 
dell was born in Peterboro, N. H., and is widely and 
favorably known in business circles. The firm utilize as 
a Carriage Repository a building 3-stories in height and 
.TOx40 feet in dimensions ; and carry a large and com- 
plete stock of Fine Carriages and Harnesses, and Horse 
Furnishings in general. Cheap carriages and cheap har- 
nesses flood the market nowdays, and as the most that 
come under this head are not only "cheap" but worth- 
less, it is but common sense to patronize such a con- 
cern as Messrs. Geo. A. Burge & Co., for they are re- 
sponsible parties and sell goods strictly on their merits. 
In this connection it is interesting to know that they 
also carry on a Sale Stable, where on the average about 
20 horses are kept. Among these animals maj' be found 
those adapted for about any use, for the firm handles 
both driving and working horses and constantly have a 
varied and desirable assortment to choose from. Mr. 
Burge also does an extensive Auctioneering business, he 
is often called to surrounding towns to sell various kinds 
of property as well as throughout this city. 




LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



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Nashua Sayings Bank, 146 Main street, Nashua. 
— Should the time ever come when the hopelessness of 
trying to educate and to reform a people as a whole is 
fully appreciated, and when those desirous of bettering 
the existing condition of affairs will work shoulder to 
shoulder in generous rivalry in the task of enlighting 
individuals, then will results be attained which as yet 
have only been dreamed of, and then will an era of pro- 
gress be inaugurated which by comparison will make 
all former advancement seem like absolute stagnation. 
Successful and permanent reform does not begin at the 
outside and work inwards, it must grow from an inter- 
ior germ, and that germ cannot be implanted in whole 
communities at a time, but must be confined in its 
effects to individuals and by them transmitted to their 
friends and neighbors. Give every adult two hundred 
dollars as a free gift and at the end of a year you 
would find that the action had been productive of far 
more harm than good; persuade every adult to save 
one-quarter that sum unaided and you will have revolu- 
tionized society and gone far to solve a problem which, 
after thousands of years, is more perplexing to-day than 
ever before. The formation of saving habits argues the 
possession of the greatest, as it is the preservative of all 
virtues — self-control, and an individual, a community or 
a nation which has this virtue may safely and confident- 
ly be left to work out its own salvation. Many and 
valuable as are the services rendered by such an institu- 
tion as the Nashua Savings Bank, not one of them is to 
be compared with its influence as an inspirer and foster- 
er of this identical trait of character, for it induces in- 
dividuals to save by appealing to the strongest of man's 
natural characteristics — self-interest, and this appeal is 
powerfully backed by the numerous examples present- 
ed of others who have practised self-control and gained 
their reward. It is one thing to say "wage-earners 
may save money if they will," it is quite another thing 
to say as this institution truthfully can "here are more 
than three million dollars every penny of which has 
been directly or in-directly saved by working people." 
Example is better than precept, accordmg to the 
proverb, and no one can deny that such an example as 
this is more conclusive than the most well-considered 
advice. The Na.«hua Savings Bank was chartered in 
1854 and has steadily gained in public favor and confi- 
dence until it has become one of the leading institutions 
of the kind in all New England. Something over 
83,100,000 is now held on deposit, and the surplus ap- 
proximates 812.5,000; the guaranty fund amounting to 
$150,000 and the total assests being nearly $.'!,400,000. 
But the most satisfying proof of the soundness of the 
bank is that afforded by the standing of those identified 
with its management, and we therefore take pleasure in 
presenting the following list to our readers ; comment 
being entirely unnecessary : President, William W. 
Bailey : Treasurer, Virgil C. Oilman : Ass't Treasurer, 
George F. Andrews : Trustees, William W. Bailey, 
Augustus G. Reed, Virgil C. Gilraan, J. W. Howard, 
Edward Spaulding, Chas. H. Campbell, Oilman S. 
Shattuck, Wm. H. Beasom, John B. Tillotson. 



W. H. Campbell, (Successor to S. S. Davis.) 
Manufacturer of all Descriptions of Paper Boxes, Fancy 
Boxes Made to Order. New Electric Light Building, 
Water street. Nashua, N. H. — The introduction of im- 
proved labor-saving machinery has brought about radi- 
cal changes in many lines of industry within the past 
decade or so, but we question if more progress hag been 
made in any branch of manufacturer than in that de- 
voted to the production of paper boxes. A modern- 
equipped paper-box factory represents the expenditure 
of a very considerable amount of money, hut it also 
represents a productive capacity which enables very 
low figures to be quoted, and which has so greatly 
stimulated the demand for paper boxes as to have 
brought about their use in practically every line of 



business. As finely equi))ped a factory as is often seen, 
is that conducted by Mr. W. H. Campbell in the new 
electric light building, Water street, two floors of the 
dimensions of 30x90 feet being utilized, and the plant of 
machinery in use being of most improved type. This 
undertaking was founded nearly a quarter of a century 
ago, operations having been begun by Mr. S. S. Davis 
in 1867. The present proprietor is a native of Mt. 
Vernon, N. H. and has been in possession since 1886. 
Mr. Frank E. Davis is foreman of the factory and em- 
ployment is given to from 30 to 40 assistants, all des- 
criptions of paper boxes (a specialty being made of 
shoe, hosiery and confectionery boxes) being manu- 
factured, and wedding cake and ice cream boxes being 
constantlv kept in stock. Particular attention is paid to 
the making of fancy boxes to order, and large or small 
commissions will be promptly executed at moderate 
rates ; the facilities at hand enabling all honorable com- 
petition to be easily met. Estimates will be cheerfully 
made on receipt of samples, and every communication 
to No. 9 Water street is assured immediate and pains- 
taking attention. 

Vale Mills. Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — The manu- 
facture of textile fabrics is carried on in Nashua on so 
vast a scale, that establishments which would elsewhere 
stand out with great prominence are here merged as it 
were into others of equal magnitude, the result being 
that an enterprise must be distinguished for something 
besides size alone in order to entitle it to special men- 
tion. We have quite a number of such undertakings in 
this city and that known as the Vale Mills holds a leading 
position among them, the product of this establishment 
having so enviable a reputation as regards uniformity of 
excellence as to have built up an extensive and perma- 
nent demand wherever it has been introduced. The 
Vale Mills are devoted to the manufacture of Cotton 
Shirtings, and are carried on under the efficient manage- 
ment of Mr. E. Labree. Employment is given to from 
100 to 150 operators, aided by the most improved ma- 
chinery obtainable and from the selection of the raw 
material to the completion of the last process of manu- 
facture no pains is spared to turn out goods w-hich will 
prove just as represented, and give the best of satisfac- 
tion to dealers and customers also. The very lowest 
market prices are quoted at all times, and quality for 
quality, the Vale Mill goods are probably the cheapest 
which can be found in this country. 

Chas. W. Stevens, Contractor and Builder, Rough 
and Hammered Granite a specialty, Nashua, N. H. — 
Jlr. Chas. W. Stevens, is a native of Cavendish, Vt., but 
he has carried on business in Nashua and vicinity for a 
number of years and has become so thoroughly identified 
with that city and its development as to deserve a lead- 
ing position among the representative business men of 
that section of the state. Mr. Stevens is particularly 
well known in Grand Array circles, he having at one 
time been commander of John O. Foster Post >o. 7, and 
now being a member of the Board of Managers of the 
building of the New Hampshire Soldier's Home at Til- 
ton. He is also very prominent as an Odd Fellow, hav- 
ing taken all the degrees in that order; and is a member 
of Rising Sun Lodge F. A. M. He served on the Board 
of Education five years, and was State Representative in 
188.5. Mr. Stevens is an extensive Contractor and 
Builder, confining his operations to foundation work 
and bridge masonry making a leading specialty of 
Rough and Hammered Granite. The number of his em- 
ployees varies of course with the contracts ou hand, but 
some .50 assistants are employed ou the average, and Mr. 
Stevens" facilities are such that he can execute the most 
extensive commissions at short notice. He is in a posit- 
ion to figure very closely, and will cheerfully and 
promptly furnish estimates en fouudation work of any 
kind. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



The Iieading Clothing House. In 18S3 the great 
concern of Talbot & Company opened a small branch on 
Main Street near the Post Office in what is known as 
Nutfs Block, after being a year in business the immense 
trade forced them to enlarge, and Taj'lor's grocery store 
was taken in, making tiie largest, lightest, and best ar- 
ranged clothing store in Xashua. — The tremendous 
stock, the business ways of doing business — The one 
price system and the naming of lower prices than could 
be found elsewhere, soon placed this concern at the head 
of the clothing trade of Nashua. The concern's motto 
"The Best Always at the Lowest Price" seemed the cor- 
rect one in Nashua as it had in Lowell, Worcester, Prov- 
idence, Fall River, Hartford, New Haven, New Britain, 
Bangor and Portland. — The Talbot Co., are the Stand- 
ard Combination and are enabled to place goods on their 
counters twenty per cent, less than the common retailer 
thus making a saving for the consumer. Many laughed 
at the idea of a concern carrying so many styles in 
Nashua, but Talbot & Go's tremendous business shows 
that Nashua people recognize a good thing. The store 
is in charge of John W. Watson one of the best known 
clothing men in New England and his host of friends 
show that Talbot & Co., made no mistake in their selec- 
tion. The Furnishing Department is one which at- 
tracts your attention as you entsr and on hats Talbot & 
Co., are known as leaders. — Mothers .also have found the 
store equal to Boston stores in Boy's Clothing. The 
Boy's department is fairly crowded with novelties for 
young America. The reader is advised to vi^it this con- 
cern when in need of anything in their line and can do 
so without incurring the obligation of buying, as lookers 
receive the same polite attention as buyers at Talbot's 
Clothing House. 



Nashua Manufacturing Company, Bisin Street, 
Nashua, N. H.— Nearly 70 years have passed since the 
incorporation of the Nashua Manufacturing Company, 
and such radical changes have oecured in about every 
department of industry that the simple fact that this 
company holds a leading position in their line of busi- 
ness is of itself an eloquent tribute to the ability and 
progressiveness of those vvh ) have had the interest of 
the corporation in charge. It was incorporated in 1S23, 
and at the present time has a capital of .$1,000,000, the 
plant operated being among the most extensive and 
complete in the world, as may he judged from the fact 
that the annual product aver.ages about .32,000,000 vards, 
or more than 18,800 miles,— in other words finished 
material is turned out in sufficient quantity every year to 
reach a distance equivalent to more than twice the di- 
ameter of the earth, or about two-thirds of its largest 
circumference. These are impressive figures and serve 
to give a more nearly adequate idea of the productive 
capacity of these mills thau can be obtained in any other 
way. The product consists of cotton flannels and' sheet- 
ings, and is manufactured by 1.500 operatives aided by 
the most improved machinery; both water and steam 
being utilized for motive power. The Nashua Manufac- 
turing Company's goods are known wherever such fab- 
rics are in demand, and the enormous consumption of 
them affords convincing evidence that their merits 
are appreciated. They are remarkably uniform in qual- 
ity, and the elaborate and carefully considered system 
under which they are produced renders such uniformity 
a matter of course, for nothing is left to chance, the 
minutest details being carried out in accordance with 
certain well-defined rules and under careful and respon- 
sible supervision. The President of the company is Dr. 
Edward Spaulding, the Treasurer being Mr. Frederic 
Amory. having his office in Boston, at No. 40 Water St., 
while the resident Agent is Mr. E. M. Shaw. This en- 
terprise, more than any other, has served to make the 
name of Nashua universally and favorably known in the 
commercial world, and the residents have ample reason 
for the evident pride they take in this vast undertaking. 



The Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co., 

Springfield, Mass., M. A. Taylor, Agent, Room.i, Nutt's 
Block, Nashua, N. H. — The desirability of Life Insur- 
ance being no longer a subject for argument, the ques- 
tion to be settled by the ordinary individual having 
others dependent upon him, or being desirous of taking 
out an endowment policy narrows itself down to just 
about this — "In what company can I ensure to the best 
advantage?" Attention is naturally first-called to Mass- 
achusetts companies, for this state leads the Union in 
life insurance legislation and a company chartered under 
existing laws is not only obliged to make its policies clear 
and explicit but is held closely to its obligations even to 
the most trivial detail. Among Massachusetts companies 
the Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company of 
Springfield stands easily first, and whether you want 
dependable insurance at the lowest possible cost, or are 
seeking particularly to obtain a policy that one with the 
poorest head for figures can readily understand, you can 
possibly do no better than to make application at the 
Nashua Agency, Room 5, Nutt's Block, for the agent 
in charge, Mr. M. A. Taylor, will be happy to give you 
all desired information, and will furnish circulars, etc., 
whicli clearly explain the peculiarities of the State laws 
governing the policies, and also treat in detail of the 
value of any given policy at any given time. Every pol- 
icy issued by the Massachusetts Mutual is incontestable 
after two full annual premiums have been paid, and then 
after has a cash surrender value which can be demanded 
and recovered upon any anniversary of the policy date, 
making it in fact a bond given by a company whose as- 
sets exceed ten millions. Mr. Taylor is very widely and 
favorably known in Nashua, where he has held the office 
of city treasurer. Since accepting the agency of the 
company in 1880, he has largely increased its business 
in this section, and lias gained the reputation of being 
one of the best-informed and most reliable insurance 
men in the state. 



Standard Steatn Laundry. C. A. Lefavor, Pro- 
prietor, 8 Water Street, near Main, Nashua, N. H. — We 
sometimes hear people say that they can't aft'ord to send 
their clothes to a public laundry, but in the majority of 
such cases if the matter were accurately figured out it 
would be found that as a matter of fact they can't aft'ord 
to have their washing done at home, if they did but 
know it. Everybody knows how "wash-day" upset* the 
average family, making a vast amount of extra work, 
causing everybody to feel uncomfortable and filling the 
house with steam and bad odors, and many know that 
physicians trace many a case of serious sickness to this 
"economical"' practise, which thus saves laundry bills 
and gives the doctors a chance to make a dollar. Those 
who patronize a laundry have one solid satisfaction at all 
events — they know just what this washing is costing 
them, and that is much more than can be said of those 
who consume fuel, hire help and expose their families to 
sickness ; and after all don't attain half such satisfactory 
results as are assured to all sending their goods to a 
first-class public establishment, — as for instance the 
Standard Steam Laundry, located at No. 8 Water Street, 
near Main. The proprietor of this popular enterprise, 
Mr. C. A. Lefavor, has carried it on since 1888 and has 
built up an extensive and desirable patronage which is 
steadily and rapidly increasing. The premises made use 
of comprise 3 floors measuring 20x50 feet each, and are 
equipped witli the latest improved apparatus, which not 
only ensures having the work thoroughly and satisfac- 
torily done, but enables Mr. Lefavor to quote very low 
rates ; his price for shirts without cuffs washed being 
but 8 cents, and his other charges being in proportion. 
No defective work is knowingly allowed to leave the 
laundry, and should any prove unsatisfactory it will 
cheerfully be done over again free of charge. Employ- 
ment is given to 10 assistants during the busy season, 
and the largest orders can be filled at short notice. 



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Mechanic's Savings Bank, Office at Second Nat- 
ioual Bank, Nashua, N. H.— It is curious how many 
persons there are, even among those wlio are not at all 
conceited in any sense of the word, who consider them- 
selves capable of doing what is in reality far beyond 
their powers. It is a common saying that everybody 
thinks he can run a hotel, or carry on a newspaper, and 
yet it would be difficult to name two other lines of bus- 
iness more difficult to attain success in, as is proved by 
the very high percentage of failures in both of them. 
How many men there are who think themselves fully 
competent to invest small sums of money, and would 
laugh at the idea of their not being able to place one 
hundred or two hundred or five hundred dollars 
to good advantage, and yet financiers tell us that 
the safe and profitable investmnet of small sums, 
is a nice and delicate business, very easy to 
bungle and calling for an intimate knowledge 
of business principles and a thorough acquaintance with 
the condilon of the market. Those who have not this 
knowledge are apt to fall an easy prey to the sharpers 
who are continually putting mining, manufacturing, 
electric lighting or other stocks before the public through 
the medium of the press ; shares being ottered at entice- 
ingly small figures -'for 30 days only" and fabulous re- 
turns being practically assured. Some few of these 
schemes may prove remunerative and may even realize 
the predictions of their inaugurators but the risK is very 
great and no man is justified in putting a dollar into 
them that he cannot aflbrd to lose. The Savings Banks 
of this country otter a secure and profitable means for 
the investment of small sums, and that a large portion of 
wage earners recognize this fact is proved by the liberal 
support generally accorded such institutions. The 
Mechanic's Saving Bank of this city is a notable case in 
point, for this has the entire confidence of the communi- 
ty and is custodian of a very large amount of money. 
The wen identified with its management are representa- 
tive merchants and manufacturers who have repeatedly 
proved both their ability and integrity, while depositors 
are still further protected by the carefully drawn State 
laws governing all institutions of this kind. As a mat- 
ter of fact, money deposited here is as safe as it well 
can be, and a liberal rate of interest is allowed upon it, 
while the whole or a part can be withdrawn at any time 
without delay. The Mechanic's Savings Bank is located 
at the rooms of the Second National Bank, on Main 
Street, and some of the officers of the latter institution 
are prominently connected witn the former also. The 
following is a complete list of Officers and Trustees : 
President, Treasirer, 

John C. Lund. J. VV. White. 

Trustees, 
John C. Lund, John D. Chandler, 

Allen Wilson, Charles Williams, 

J. W. White, Jas. H. Blake, 

W. A. Lovering, F. W. Estabrook, 

Frederick A. Eaton. Henry A. Cutter, 

Charles B. Richardson, of Hollis. 
Kimball Webster, of Hudsou. 
Daniel Marshall, of Pelham. 



Second National Bank, Main St., Nashua, N. H.— 
This is neither the time nor place to discuss the merits 
of the national banking system of this country, Itiit at 
least we may say that the record of such an institution 
as the Second National Bank of this city goes far to 
justify the position of the most ardent and uncomprom- 
ising supporters of the present system. Not that this 
bank has had a phenomenal career or that its otticers 
have been called upon to overcome extraordinary diffi- 
culties, but because the institution has i)roved itself to 
be of great usefulness under ordinary business condi- 
tions — and it is such conditions of course that have most 
frequently to he provided for. The bank was iucorpor.a- 
ted in 187.5, with a capital of $1.50,000, and from the very 



first has been managed in the interest of the entire com- 
munitj', or in other words the fact has been appreciated 
that what is good for the community as a whole must 
also be good for the bank, while any action which might 
imperil the standing of the bank would certainly re-act 
disastrously upon local business interests. Intelligent- 
ly carrying out such a policy and invariably giving the 
preference to home enterprises when any question arises 
as to the disposal of financial aid ; it would be strange 
indeed if the Second National Bank was not both popu- 
lar and respected, and as a matter of fact there is no 
financial institution in the entire state more highly es- 
teemed in the community in which it is located. 
Conveniently appointed rooms, located on Main street, 
are utilized and a general banking business is done, in- 
cluding the reception of deposits, the collection of drafts 
and the discounting of approved commercial paper. Mr. 
J. W. White is President of the bank, and Mr. F. A. 
Eaton, Treasurer; the Board of Directors being made up 
of the following representative business men: J. W. 
White, S. D. Chandler, J. H. Blake, F. W. Estabrook, 
H. W. Oilman, C. H. Burke, Charles Williams. 



DR. C E. FAXON. 

DEflTIST, 



NASHUA, N. H. 



OFFICE : 

Howard Block. 



McKean & Andrews, Insurance, Rear of Nashua 
Savings Bank, Nashua, N. H. — The purchasing public 
are frequently informed that "the best is the cheapest,'' 
and if there is one line of business to which this motto 
applies with special force it is certainly that which has 
to do with the placing of insurance, for insurance which 
does not insure is not only dear at any price but no man 
can attord to accept it for nothing, it being absolute!}' 
bad in its eflects without one single redeeming feature. 
The question as to what local agency is in a position to 
furnish the very best insurance obtainable at the 
lowest market rates, is not a hard one to answer, for the 
record made by the agency established by Mr. F. A. 
McKean over a quarter of a century ago affords a clue to 
the best possible solution of the problem. Mr. McKean 
began operations in 18(54, and in 186.5 became as.sociated 
with Mr. George F. Andrews, under the firm name of 
McKean & Andrews. The founder is a native of this 
city and is universally known throughout this sec- 
tion, not only on account of his liolding the position of 
cashier of the Indian He.ad Bank, but also by reason of 
his prominence in public att'airs, he having" served as 
Mayor and now acting as City Treasurer. Mr. Andrews 
was born in Concord, N. II., and is clerk of the Nashua 
Savings Bank. The firm represent some of the strongest 
insurance companies in the world ; such for instance as 
the Insurance Company of North America, with assets 
of .S!i,000,000; the London and Lancashire, with U. S. 
Assets of .^2.000,000 and the Anglo Nevada, having as- 
sets of $2,600,000, Granite State Fire Insurance Co., of 
Portsmouth, and many prominent mutual companies are 
also represented : and the promise of the concern to care- 
fully look after the interests of their clients is given all 
the force of a guarantee by the record made in the |)ast. 
"Liberal adjustment and quick i)ayment" is the motto 
of this agency, and it has been selected, not because it 
sounds well but because it condenses into a nutshell the 
actual policy pursued. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



The Londonderry Iiithia Spring Water Co. G. 

W. Currier, Treasurer., Nashua, N. H. — Tbe enormous 
development of the business of the Londonderry Lithia 
Spring Water Company since the incorporation of the 
concern in 188r),is all the more noteworth}' from the fact 
that the management have carefully avoided even the 
appearance of sensationalism iu their advertising, and 
indeeed have displayed wliat has been criticizpd as ex- 
cessive conservatism in making the merits of their 
product known to the general public. The Spring is lo- 
cated six miles from Nashua in the town of Londonderry, 
and its surface is higher than that of any land within a 
radius of half a mile the water flowing from a remote 
hill under a stratum of granite, the first crevice in which 
affords opportunitj' for the escape of the fluid which forms 
the spring. This has been known as a "healing spring" 
for more than a century, and the physicians of Nashua 
finally became so impressed by the results following the 
use of the water that they caused it to be analyzed, and 
finding that it contained lithium and otlier medical 
agents possessed in similar proportions by no other 
water in the world, they formed a stock company to put 
this "Nature's remedy" within the means of all. As re- 
gards the value of Lithia in the treatment of diseases of 
the uric acid diathesis, it would be presumptuous for us 
to speak on our own responsibility considering that the 
subject has been exhaustively investigated by men of as- 
sured standing in the scientific world ; and an idea of 
the conclusions they have arrived at may be gained from 
reading the following words of one of the most promi- 
nent experimenters in this field : "For myself I have not 
the least doubt as to the result of lithium salts as the 
probable agents, and am convinced that by their employ- 
ment depositions of uric acid in the renal organs can, to 
a large extent, be prevented. I have been much in the 
habit of using potassium with lithium in the form of the 
carbonate, the former to give neutralizing, the latter to 
increate the solvent power." — Dr. Garrod. A writer in 
the "Journal of Balneology" in the course of a careful- 
ly prepared article on the subject as how best to ad- 
minister this remedy says : We believe in the great 
laboratory of nature, and insist that since she yields such 
a boon as lithium to afflicted mortals, it is right to take 
her gift in its native purity. While it is possible to ob- 
tain gratifying results from the lithium of commerce, 
which, on account of its scarcity, is often adulterate, it 
Is far better to administer it as it is prepared by the 
Great Alchemist for the use of m.an. We thoroughly be- 
lieve that small quantities of the salt as thus existing will 
act more freely than larger quantities pharmaceutically 
combined. Tlie group of natural lithia waters is very 
small, only two or three having attracted any attention 
from the medical profession. 

Of this group the Londonderry Lithia of New 
Hampshire is by far the richest in lithium and the 
most in favor at the present time. Professor Peale, the 
government chemist, recognizes no other as a strictly 
lithia water, because the per cent, of lithium to the other 
ingredients is so small. Add to this the testimony of a 
Chicago surgeon who has a well-defined preference and 
a concise method of stating his reasons for it. I have 
used the Londonderry Lithia Water for the diseases con- 
nected with the presence of uric acid in the blood and 
urine, and always with satisfaction. I believe that 
nature has a chemistry so suptle that it cannot be imitat- 
ed in an extemporaneous prescription, and so I prefer 
the natural mineral waters to any artificial combination. 
Charles Gilman Smith. M. D. "Imitation is the sincer- 
est flattery" and the best evidence of the genuine merit 
and great popularity of the Londonderry Lithia Spring 
Water is the fact that the market has been flooded with 
manufactured "Lithia Waters", while certain unscrupu- 
lous parties are using the word Londonderry in such a 
manner as to deceive consumers who do not carefully 
examine the labels and other distinctive features of the 
packages. As to the absurd claim that made-up waters 



are superior to the work of nature, it certainly requires 
no answer, and the purchasers may be sure of getting 
the genuine article by accepting only such bottles as 
bear the genuine label. 

Far from being naseous, as are so many mineral 
waters, the Londonderry Lithia is pronounced the most 
delicious sparkling water in the world and is iu daily use 
in the leading hotels, restaurants, etc., throughout the 
country. It is served as a table water at the Somerset, 
Union League and other fashionable clubs and is no less 
valuable as a preventative than as a remedy. The fol- 
lowing analysis by Prof. H. Halvorson will prove of 
interest, and we maj' say in closing that the company 
now has agencies in .all parts of the countr/and is pre- 
pared to furnish the water in a perfectly fresh condition 
and in any desired quantities without delay. 
Calcium Sulphate, grs. per Imp. gal., .30.151 

Potash Carbonate, 22.000 

Calcium Bi-Carb, 8.75S 

Magnesia Carb., fl.l60 

Alumina Sulph, 0.068 

Lithium Bi-Carb., 8.620 

Iron Carb., 2.224 

Potash Sulp., .370 

Sodium Chloride, 1.030 

Silica, 1..500 



Organic Matter, none. 
Carbonic Acid, 



89.87e 
7.5.40 



Howard, French & Heald, Manufacturers of Ash, 
Walimt, Cherry and Birch Chamber Furniture, Bed- 
steads in Ash, Walnut and Birch, Store, Howard's 
Block, Main Street, Factory, Amherst Street, Nashua, 
N. H. — The advantages of buying Furniture 
directly from the manufacturers have been so often and 
so fully presented to the purchasing public that it might 
seem quite unnecessary for us to re-open the subject were 
it not for the fact that many persons still fail to appre- 
ciate them and are consequently not getting so much for 
their money as they otherwise would. We do not mean 
to assert that the average retailer mis-represents things 
and deliberately deceives his patrons, but we do say 
that no one knows as much about Furniture as the man- 
ufacturer; that no one is in a position to give such a 
positive guarantee that it will prove to possess the qual- 
ities claimed for it, and that no one is in a position to 
sell so closely, as one profit is saved to the consumer, 
not to mention expense of handling, etc. These facts 
are undeniable, they are not mere personal theories but 
are constantly being more clearly proved by practical 
experience, while they are certainly in full accord with 
the dictates of that most valuable of all faculties— gen- 
uine "common sense." A large proportion of our 
Nashua readers are already conversant with them, and 
it would be strange if they were not for they have an 
unsurpassed opportunity "to ascertain and verify them 
bv visiting the establishment conducted by Messrs. 
Howard, French & Heald, in Howard's Block, Main 
.Street. This firm are very extensive manufacturers of 
Ash, Walnut, Cherry and Birch Chamber Furniture, 
Bedsteads, Book Cases and Desks ; doing both a whole- 
sale and retail business and utilizing factories in Nashua 
and in Milford, besides occupying a very spacious store 
in Howard's Block, Main Street, this Latter establish- 
ment containig 5 floors and having a total floor-space of 
some 13000 square feet, all of which is required in order 
to accommodate the immense stock carried. The enter- 
prise was inaugurated in 1867 by Messrs. E. P. Brown 
& Co., who were succeeded by Messrs. Howard & Copp, 
they giving place to Messrs. Howard & French, and the 
present firm finally assuming control in 1888. The part- 
ners are Messrs. J. W. Howard, C. H. French and David 
Heald, all of whom are New Hampshire men by birth 
and are widely known in business and social circles. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



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Mr. Howard has served in both branches of the city 
council, has held the position of representative and was 
connected with the school committee for 12 years. He 
has done much lo develop the interests of this city, 
and his associates in business are also men prominently 
identified with local enterprises. The Nashua factory is 
located on Amherst .-treet, and is devoted to finishing 
and packing, employment being given to from 25 to 50 
hands here, and from S to 10 at the store. The factory 
building contains three stories and a basement, and 
another structure of somewhat similar size is utilized 
for storage and finishing purposes, while the Milford 
factory is devoted to the working up of the raw material 
and affords employment to from 60 to 100 men. Having 
such facilities, we need hardly add that Slessrs. How- 
ard, French & Heald are in a position to fill all orders 
promptly and to quote the lowest market rates on de- 
pendable furniture. They manufacture an almost end- 
less variety of styles, are constantly adding new designs 
and offer an unsurpassed assortment, while guaranteeing 
every article they sell to prove precisely as represented. 

Nashua Card and QlazedPaperCo.,H. G.Bixby, 

President and Treasurer, Franklin St., Nashua, N. H. — 
During the more than 40 years that the enterprise now 
conducted by the Nashua Card and Glazed Paper Com- 
pany has been carried on, many and radical changes 
have been made in the methods of paper manufacturing 
and the industry has developed so extensively as to be a 
marvel even in these days of rapid growth. The present 
company is known as one of the most progressive as it is 
one of the largest concerns of the kind in the world, and 
some idea of the magnitude of its business may be gain- 
ed from the fact that the daily shipment of finished 
goods amounts to about 8 tons. Operations were begun 
in 1849, and after several changes had taken place in the 
firm-name the existing company was incorporated in 
1866. It has a capital of $150,000, and operates one of 
the most extensive and efficient plants in the country. 
The premises made use of are on Franklin streeet, and 
comprise a 3 story and basement building, of the dimen- 
sions of 318x65 feet, having 2 wings, each 35x80 feet in 
size. A 250 horse engine furnishes the motive power 
and employment is given to 90 assistants. All kinds of 
glazed and enamelled paper and card-board are manu- 
factured, and the product being sold throughout the 
Union, the demand for it being steadily and rapidly in- 
creasing. Having such extensive facilities it is hardly 
necessary to add that the company can fill the heaviest 
orders at short notice and at the very lowest market 
rates. The President and Treasurer is Mr. H. G. Bixby, 
who is very widely known in trade circles and has had 
much to do with the development of the company's 
business. 



Nashua Saddlery Hardware Company, Manufac- 
turers of the T.aber Improved Saddle Tree and Water 
Hook, and General Saddlery Hardware, No. 4 Harbor Ave. 
Nashua, N. H. — An especially noteworthy enterprise 
recently inaugurated in this city is that conducted by 
the Nashua Saddlery Hardware Company, at No. 4 Har- 
bor Avenue, for this undertaking is remarkable not only 
for the business standing of those identified with it, but 
also for what seems an absolute certainty of rapid and 
permanent development, as the more important pro- 
ductions are fully protected by letters patent and are so 
far superior to anything else of the kind in the market 
as to assure an extensive and constantly growing de- 
mand for them. The company was incorporated in 1SS9, 
with a capital of $.50,000, Honorable V. C. Gilman being 
President, and Mr. W. H. Beasom, Treasurer. The for- 
mer gentleman is Treasurer of the Nashua Savings Bank, 
and Mr. Beasom holds a similar position in connection 
with the Underhill Edge Tool Company. Mr. Orren 
Tuber the inventor of the principal line of goods is Gen- 
eral Manager. The Nashua Saddlery Hardware Manu- 



facturing Company make a specialty of the production 
of the Taber Improved Saddle Tree and Water Hook. 
They hold 8 valuable patents and three more are pending, 
so that the interests of the concern are sufficiently well 
protected to w arrant the development of the plant to the 
very highest standard of efficiency. The premises made 
use of include a pattern department of the dimensions 
of 35x75 feet ; a shipping and press-room measuring the 
same, and a brass room .50x35 feet in size. The goods 
being shipped throughout the United States and giving 
the very best of satisfaction wherever introduced. 

Fred. S. NefF, Jeweler and Optician, 137 Main St.,— 
As a jeweler and optician Mr. Nett"'s name has become 
famiiliar not only to the people of Nashua, but to those 
of the surrounding country. Six years ago he came to 
this city and for three years past has been in his present 
location where his excellent and tastefully selected stock 
presents an attractive appearance. Besides articles almost 
innumerable in gold, silver and platea ware he presents 
a fine assortment of novelties in jewelry for the choicest 
trade and keeps constantly on hand a full line of watches 
with all the popular works in cases of different materials, 
French and American clocks, the only full line of dia- 
monds to be found in Nashua, as well as precious stones 
of other kinds, a variety of pins, rings, chains, studs etc., 
and make a specialty of imported opera glasses, having 
them made to his order by Audemain, Paris, and only at 
this store can Paillard's non-magnetic watch movement s 
be obtained,they being the only non-magnetic works of 
this grade to be obtained in Nashua. None but expert 
workmen are employed, and watch, clock and jewelry 
repairs of every description are neatly and thoroughly 
made, as is also fine engraving and the casket plate work of 
all of Nashua's undertakers is done at his establishment. 

Mr. Neff is the only graduate optician in Nashua, hav- 
ing received thorough mstructions from Dr. Bucklin of 
New York, has a variety of test lenses for testing the 
eye, and in the rear of his store is a cosy fitting room 
where, free of charge, the testing is done! Mr. Neff was 
formerly with the Waltham Watch Company, has had 13 
years experience in his business, is a thoroughly practi- 
cal man familiar with all its details. His store, is 
attractive and excellently stocked, and his already large 
patronage, which extends to all the neighboring towns, 
is still fast increasing. 

O. W. Bead, Brass Founder, No. 25 Mason Street, 
Nashua, N. H. — The casting or founding of metals is an 
art that has been practiced from the earliest period in 
the world's history, and with more or less skill by va- 
rious nations. A description of the melting and casting 
of the different metals and their alloys as done at the 
present day, properly includes an account of the furnac- 
es used, as well as of the materials employed and the 
various processes adopted. .Space will not admit of our 
entering into these details. It includes the methods em- 
ployed in the construction of huge cannon of cast bronze 
that require for each one several large furn.aces to fur- 
nish the number of tons of molten iron to fill its mould, 
or the large bells of which several are recorded as hav- 
ing consumed from 50 to 100 tons of bronze, and one, it 
will be remembered, the great bell of Moscow, about dou- 
ble the larger quantity named. The construction of the 
most elaborate works of art and of the most delicate 
trinkets is included in this same process. The operations 
require each their appropriate furnaces for smelting the 
metal as cupola and reverberatory furnaces, where large 
quantities arc required, and the small brass furnaces for 
work in that material. There is much that is of interest 
to the visitor in a foundry like that of Mr. O. W. Keed 
at No. 25 Mason St., Nashua, whose specialty is brass, 
composition and copper castings, bronze and babbitt 
metal. Mr. Reed has been in the foundry business here 
in Nashua since 1863 and has acijuired an excellent repu- 
tation for the high grade of castings turned out by him. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 




Flather & Co., Machinery and Tools, Nashua, N. H. 
— Among tlio^e representative manufacturing enter- 
prises, which have given Nashua the reputation of turn- 
ing out some of the best work produced in this country, 
that conducted by Messrs. Flather & Co. is deserving of 
honorable and prominent mention, for the Flather ma- 
chine tools are known and sold throughout the civilized 
world, and are generally conceded to have no superiors, 
whether regarded from the standpoint of ingenuity and 
efticiency of design or of excellence of workmanship and 
material. Their manufacture was begun many years 
ago, and, although the management have never made 
changes simply for the purpose of being able to an- 
nounce novelties, they have radically improved their 
various productions from time to time, have brought out 
a number of original and valuable machines, and now 
offer an assortment which is simply unsurpassed in its 
special line. A specialty is made of the Flather engine 
lathes, among the more prominent distinguishing feat- 
ures of which are hollow spindles, and a patent feed for 
plain turning, boring and facing. The workmanship is 
the very best obtainable by the employment of the most 
skilled men, aided by the most improved tools and ap- 
pliances. The partners are Messrs. J. and William J. 
Flather, both of whom are natives of England, and are 
widely known in public, as well as in business affairs, 
Mr. J. Flather having served as Councilman, Alderman 
and Representative ; and Mr. W. J. Flather having been 
connected with City Council. The works are extensive, 
and are very completely fitted up in every department, 
there being some fourteen thousand square feet of floor 
space available, and a very elaborate plant of machinery 
being utilized, while employment is given to seventy-five 
workmen. The productions include engine lathes, screw 
machines, turret chucking lathes, iron planers and 
reaming stands ; and the goods are shipped over a very 
wide extent of country, the general selling agents being 
Messrs. Hill, Clarke & Co., 156 to 164 Oliver street, Bos- 
ton, Mass. 



City Saving? Bank, S. D. Greeley, President, E. 
P. Brown, Treasurer, Opposite Citj' Hall, Nashua, N. H. 
— Let any j-oung man set out to di>cover the '"secret to 
^^_ success" by a careful 

study of the lives of 
tlie many self-made 
men which this 
country has produced, 
and he cannot pursue 
his investigations very 
long without becoming 
impressed by one fact 
which crops out in the 
history of every such 
career. These [^meu 
knew how to save 
money. Many of them 
— in fact, nearly all of 
them — had very small 
incomes-; they worked 
long hours, had but 
little opportunitj' for 
amusement; in many 
cases had others be- 
sides themselves to 
support — and yet they 
saved money ! Not 
much of course at 
first, but still some- 
thing. And they did 
this by putting aside 
sums which uow.a-days 
we are too apt to think 
not worth saving. Twenty-five cents, ten cents, five 
cents, even one cent, is worth putting aside, for cents 
make dollars and dollars deposited in a well-managed 
savings bank have a most gratifying knack of increas- 
ing until they amount to hundreds and even thousands. 
Don't be afraid of becoming miserly ; there are worse 




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things than miserliness, and among them is that form of 
"generosity" which causes a man to spend all his earn- 
ings on himself and his boon companions, and allow his 
family to become dependent upon the bounty of others. 
Even if you have no family you are still bound in honor 
to provide in time of strength for sickness or old age, 
and the man who saves iu order to do this is more truly 
generous than he who spends his money freely for his 
own gratification, and depends on his neighbors and the 
community in general to support him when his earning 
capacity ceases. Savings Banks greatly stimulate wise 
and persistent economy and are among the most val- 
uable and efficient of our educational institutions al- 
though they are not generally classed among such. 
"Object lessons" are as instructive to adults as to child- 
ren, and the object lessons inculcated by such an institu- 
tion as the City Savings Bank make !)etter citizens out 
of all who profit by them. This bank was incorporated 
more than a quarter of a century ago, and is one of the 
most firmly established and most popular in the entire 
state. The officers and trustees are men who have the 
full confidence of the community, and have proved their 
ability and integrity by their individual business career. 
Their names are as follows : 

President, 
S. D. Greeley. 
Treasurer, 
E. P. Brown. 
Trustees. 



Luther A. Roby, 
.T. A. Spalding, 
Edward Hardy, 
E. O. Blunt, 
S. D. Greeley, 
C. A. Roby, 



E. P. Brown, 

C. H. Burns, 
J. M. Swallow, 
R. Fitzgerald, 

D. A. Fletcher, 
James H. Reed. 



The bank is very conveniently located, opposite the 
City Hall, and business hours are from 9 to 12 a. m., 2 to 
4 p. m., and from 7 to 8 Wednesdav and Saturday even- 
ings ; the bank being closed Saturday afternoon. 



J. Bagley. Domestic Bakery, Bread, Cake and 
Pastry, G4 Pine and 111 Pearl "streets, Nashua, X. H. 
— No unhealthy cotumunity can be thoroughly pros- 
perous, and as the public health is dependent to a 
great degree upon the quality of the food supply, it 
necessarily follows that good food is essential to the 
attainment of the highest prosperity. Nashua is for- 
tunate in having her food market lavishly supplied 
at all times of year, and she is also fortunate in hav- 
ing some of the best-equipped public bakeries in 
New England, for bread, cake, pastry, etc., of course 
form a very important part of the food supply and a 
lar^e proportion of city families buy practically all 
their supplies of this kind, finding it both cheaper 
and easier than to bake at home. Any mention of 
representative local bakeries must of necessity in- 
clude th.at located at No. Ill Pearl street, for tliis is 
one of the best known establishments in the city and 
has ranked among the leading ones for many "years. 
It was established by Mr. W. A. Shiplev and" passed 
into the possession of Mr. J. Bagley in 1889. He is a 
native of Bradford, N. H., and has shown both the 
desire and the ability to more than maintain the old 
reputation of the establishment. The premises In 
use comprise a store 25x30 feet in size at No. Ill 
Pearl street, and a bakery at G4 Pine street, and are 
as well equipped as they are spacious and well-kept. 
Employment is given to a sufficient force of assist- 
ants, both a wholesale and retail business being 
done; and the use of carefully selected materials as- 
suring the production of thoroughly first-class 
goods. Bread, Cake and Pastry of all kinds are car- 
ried in stock, the goods being "daily renewed, and be- 
ing unsurpassed for delicacy of flavor. 




The Cro^yn Bsy State Range. — It may seem a very 
simple matter to purchase a stove, and so it is in one 
sense of the word, but in order to obtain a stove that 
will surely give satisfaction, it is necessary to buy of an 
experienced and reputable dealer who will know what 
kind is best adapted for use under the conditions which 
you propose to use it. Messrs. Frank W. Blood & Co. 
.ire an excellent firm to apply to for information of this 
kind, as they have had years of varied experience, and ■ 
are in a position to supply anything wanted in the stove, 
furnace or range line at bottom prices. They make a 
specialty of the Bay State goods, manufactured by the 
Barstow" Stove Co., one of the oldest and most reliable 
stove firms in the country. They are also headquarters 
for tin and glass milk cans, and" general milk dealers' 
supplies at wholesale prices. M<>ssrs. F. \V. and L. D. 
Blood are natives of Mason, N. H , and have been identi- 
fied with their present enterprise since ISSS, at which 
date they succeeded the firm of Green & Burnham. The 
most inexperienced may deal with Messrs. Frank W. 
Blood & Co. without the least fear of imposition. The 
Nashua premises utilized are located at No. OS Main 
street, and cover four thousand feet of floorage, includ- 
ing the two stores on Pearson avenue, and contain a fine 
assortment of tin. japanned, wood and hollow ware, as 
well as brooms, brushes, lamp goods, etc., etc. Employ- 
ment is given to several skilled mechanics, and a spec- 
ialty is made of tin-roofing, and all kinds of jobbing, 
pertaining to their business, is done in a first-class and 
durable style at low rates, and orders can be filled at 
very short notice, and those sent by mail or messen^r 
wili receive immediate attention. Messrs. Frank W. 
Blood & Co. are widely known, having a branch store at 
397 Merrimack street, corner Wilson, Manchester, N. H. 

M. Ii. Truell, Manufacturer of Fine Cigars, 
successor to Truell & Dennahan, 97 Main street, 
Nashua, N. H. — Mr. M. L. Truell founded his present 
business over fifteen years ago, under the firm name 
of Truell & Dennahan, which was continued until 
lS8(i, when Mr. Truell assumed the entire control of 
aftairs. He has long been known as one of the lead- 
ing raanuf.acturers and dealers in cigars, in Nashua. 
Mr. Truell does an extensive business which is both 
wholesale and retail in character. He manufactures 
the cigars he handles, his establishment being loca- 
ted at No. 97 Main street, and is consequently in a 
position to know just what he ofTers to his customers. 
Great pains are taken to secure uniformity of merit, 
and smokers speak in the highest terms of the de- 
pendable qualitj' of all cigars manufactured by Mr. 
Truell. The premises occupied measure about 400 
square feet in size. A large stock is carried consist- 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



ing of fine cigars, tobacco, pipes and smoker's ar- 
ticles in general. Six competent and reliable a.ssist- 
ants are employed in the various departments. Low 
prices rule and prompt and polite attention is shown 
to every customer. "Truell's Xo. 40-6" is claimed by 
many smokers to be the best five cent cigar in the 
city. They are a Long Cuba Filler, and contain no 
adulteration. "Truell's M. L. T.." are as fine a ten 
cent cigar as there is in the market and are acknowl- 
edged by all judges to be the best. They are for 
sale by all first-class dealers. Mr. Truell has had 
over 30 years experience in the cigar business and he 
feels confident that his goods cannot be excelled in 
quality and workmanship. His factory and store 
are at 97 Main street. 





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The Fletcher & Webster Furniture Co., Nashua, 
N. H. — The industry known under tliis name was started 
in 1856, on Water street, by .T. M. Fletcher and three as- 
sociates. The firm name was Fletcher, Farwell & Co. 
In 1858, Mr. Fletcher purchased the interests of his part- 
ners, and moved the business to Thornton's Ferry, N. 
H., and continued it jointly with Mr. E. P. Parker, un- 
der the firm name of Parker & Fletcher. This lasted un- 
til 1865, when Mr. Fletcher recommenced in Nashua in 
connection with the Bird Cage and Novelty business, in 
which he was half owner. The combined business was 
carried on on IloUis street, with Mr. Amos Webster, the 
firm name being Fletcher & Webster, and they continued 
in this place until more room was required. In 1869, 
they built and moved the furniture part of their business 
into the buildings where the business is now carried on. 
Soon after occupying their new quarters, they admitted 
Mr. L. C. Farwell to the firm, and changed its name to 
Fletcher, Webster & Co. The prosperity of the firm in- 
duced the formation of a stock company in 1878, which 
was duly incorporated under the laws of N. H.. taking 



the name of Fletcher & Webster Furniture Co., and has 
so continued till the present time. Mr. Fletcher has been 
the ruling spirit in the formation and continuance 
through all changes of this business, and has made a 
success of it from the beginning. He is at the present 
time owner of nearly all the stock and the manager of 
the concern. The buildings occupied are three in num- 
ber, averaging 40 x 80, three stories, and with sheds and 
yard room occupy about two acres on the north side of 
Harbor Pond, with a front on Bowery street. The offi- 
cers of the company are: President, J. M. Fletcher; 
Treasurer, Amos Webster; Directors, J. M. Fletcher, 
Amos Webster, E. P. Brown, J. V. Wright and W. R. 
Wilcox; Selling Agents, C. S. Masseck and C. W. Coffin. 
Capital, $40,000.00. The goods manufactured are centre 
tables, hall stands, what-nots, folding cribs, swing and 
rocking cradles, umbrella stands, music racks, etc. 
These goods are sold throughout New England, and to 
some extent outside, and stand so high in the market as 
to always give the concern a fair business. 




A. J. Rockwood, Funeral Undertaker; Warerooms 
and Office, Main street. First Building South of Bridge, 
L^^p Stairs ; Orders by Mail, Telegraph or Telephone 
promptly attended to ; Residence, No. 38 Amherst street, 
Nashua, N. H. — If any enterprise is entitled to promi- 
nence and confidence that of A. J. Rockwood can cer- 
tainly make such claim, as it ranks among the most re- 
liable undertaking establishments in this city. This 
business was established in 1845 by Mr. Jeflerson Rock- 
wood, who was succeeded in 1847 "by his son, Mr. A. J. 
Rockwood, and during the forty-flve years elapsed since 
then, this house has, under his energetic and capable 
management, enjoyed an uninterrupted success. Mr. 
Rockwood possesses an extensive experience in all 
branches of his business, and by care and industry, has 
built up a large and steadily increasing business as fun- 
eral undertaker. The premises utilized for business are 
located on Main street, first building south of Bridge, 
his residence being at No. 38 Amherst street. Orders by 
mail, telegraph or telephone will be promptly attended 
to. Mr. Rockwood attends to any duty connected with 
his business at the shortest notice, night or day, and 
coffins, caskets, robes, and everything pertaining to the 
undertaking business is kept constantly on hand. Per- 
sonal attention is given to laying out the dead, and 
bodies are embalmed or preserved on ice, as the friends 
may desire. Every department of the enterprise is, in 
fact, well organized, and under a thorough control. 



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Miss M. C. Pollard, Teacher of Vocal Music; (Kesi- 
dence, 8 William Street, Worcester) ; Xasiiua, Thursday 
and Friday. 

Mr. C. N. FoUard, Teacher of Piano and Organ, 
Nashua, N. H. — " There is no royal road to learning," 
and the attainment of skill as a musician or as a vocalist 
is not possible without faithful and persistent study and 
practice, no matter how competent, earnest and experi- 
enced a teacher one may have, but it is none the less a 
fact that an almost infinite amount of time and trouble 
may be saved by having the aid of such an instructor, 
and the expense involved is much more than compensated 
for by the benefits gained. One of the most thoroughly 
equipped and successful teachers of the piano and organ, 
carrying on operations in this section of the state, is Mr. 
C. N. Pollard, organist of the Pilgrim church, and the 
success this gentleman has met with is due not less to 
his enthusiastic devotion to his profession than to his in- 
timate acquaintance with its practical details. A really 
enthusiastic and conscientious teacher inspires like en- 
thusiasm and devotion in his pupils, and his example 
robs daily practice of much of the monotony and irk- 
someness it would otherwise possess. Mr. Pollard util- 
izes conveniently located and completely equipped 
rooms, and as his terms are moderate, the benefit of his 
tuition is within the means of all who may require the 
services of a trained and careful teacher. His apartments 
are also made use of by his sister, who is resident in 
Worcester, but visits Xashua Thursday and Friday in 
each week. She gives instruction in vocal music, and 
what we have stated, concerning her brother's methods, 
applies with equal force to her own, for she is compe- 
tent, earnest and thorough, and fully deserves the hon- 
orable position she has won in her chosen calling. 

Miss A. King, Millinery, Union Building, Room 3, 
Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — We take especial pleasure 
in calling the attention of such of our readers as are 
numbered among the fair sex, to the establishment con- 
ducted by Miss A. King, on Main Street, Union building, 
(Room 3), for we are convinced that this lady is in a 
position to guarantee satisfaction to all who may favor 
her with their orders. Our reasons for holding this 
opinion are various and well-founded, and we are sure 
will be justified bj' the experience of those who take our 
advice, and patronize the establishment to which we 
have reference. Miss King is a native of Canada, and, 
although she only began operations in her present line 
of business in 1S84, a most gratifying amount of trade 
has already been established, and a very select stock of 
fine millinery goods is to be seen ou exhibition. The as- 
sortment contains no superannuated articles of any 
kind, but is made up of new, fresh and seasonable goods 
that are in accordance with the latest dictates of fash- 
ion, and that are oflfered at prices considerably below 
those generally placed upon articles of such undeniable 
merit and novelty. Trimmed and untrimnied hats and 
bonnets are exhibited in great variety, and those wish- 
ing trimming or other work done to order, can have 
their wishes gratified at short notice, as six compe- 
tent assistants are employed, and commissions are 
promptly and skilfully carried out. Miss King giving 
close personal supervision to every detail of the work. 

Dustin Marshall, Livery, Board and Sale Stable, 
Reed's Court, Nashua, N. H.— It is sometimes a puzzling 
question to decide why one man will succeed brilliantly 
in an enterprise, while others apparently having equal, 
if not better opportunities, will fail, but it does not re- 
quire very profound calculation to explain why Mr. Dus- 
tin Marshall should have built up so extensive a business 
from a small beginning within the past sixteen years, 
for no one can have dealings witli him without being im- 
pressed by his evident determination to thoroughly satis- 
fy every reasonable customer. When Mr. Marsh.all be- 



gan operations, he had one horse; now he has twenty- 
four of his own, (besides a large number of boarders), 
and indications are that this number will soon have to be 
increased. He carries on a livery, board and sale stable 
in Reed's court, and is prepared to furnish desirable 
teams at very short notice and at very reasonable rates. 
Employment is given to five assistants, and probably no 
small share of the success attained is due to the care 
taken to keep things in first-class condition, for the pub- 
lic do not like to patronize an establishment where the 
horses, carriages, harness, etc., have an untidy and ill- 
kept appearance, and on the other hand, appreciate ef- 
forts to make things presentable. Mr. Marshall is a na- 
tive of Hudson, N. H., and is widely known here. He 
gives close personal attention to the details of his busi- 
ness, and spares no pains to fully maintain its high repu- 
tation in every department. 

J. H. Blake, Jr., Dealer in Hosiery, Gloves, Under- 
wear, Fancy Goods and Small Wares, No. 147 Main 
Street, Nashua, N. H.— The more tasteful in dress a lady 
is, the more particular she is in the selection of gloves, 
for unimportant as this detail of the costume may seem 
to some, it is, nevertheless, a fact that it exerts a con- 
trolling influence over one's entire appearance. Perfect- 
fitting gloves of appropriate pattern will atone for many 
a short-coming, and those who find difficulty in procur- 
ing articles of this kind, should, by all means, visit the 
establishment carried on by Mr, J. H. Blake, Jr., at No. 
147 Main Street, Mr. J. H, Blake, Jr,,was born in Nashua, 
and succeeded his father in business in 188.5, Mr. J. H. 
Blake, Sr. having been identified with the establishment 
for about forty years. The reliable business methods of 
this house have become familiar to those purchasing 
supplies in this city, and the universal confidence ex- 
pressed in the representations made here, is the best evi- 
dence as to what the character of the methods have been. 
A store, 20 by 100 feet in dimensions, is occupied, and a 
very large and varied stock is constantly carried, com- 
prising hosiery, gloves, underwear, ribbons, laces, yarns, 
black dress goods and shawls ; also, all kinds of fancy 
goods and small wares. The goods contained therein are 
uniformly reliable in quality, and are quoted at bottom 
prices. In fact, the prices and goods named here will 
bear the closest comparison, and customers are assured 
prompt and polite attention, as eight intelligent assist- 
ants are employed. Mr. Blake is too well-known in this 
vicinity to require personal comment at our hands, and 
has been connected with the city government as Alder- 
man and Councilman. 

T. F, Kegan & Co., Dealers in House Furnishings, 
Stoves, Ranges, Furniture, Bedding, etc, No, 203 Maio 
Street, Nashua, N, H,— The term, "house furnishing 
goods," means a good deal more now than it did ten 
}-ears ago, for many useful articles coming under this 
head have been placed on the market during the past de- 
cade, and the work of the housekeeper has been corre- 
spondingly lightened. One of the most complete and de- 
sirable stocks of house furnishings to be found in this 
section of Nashua is that carried by Messrs. T. F. Kegan 
ifc Co., at No. 203 Main Street, iind by no means the 
least gratifying feature of the ^oods handled by this 
firm is the low price quoted on them. The premises oc- 
cupied comprise three stories, and the stock includes 
house furnishings in general, as well as a large and 
varied assortment of stoves, ranges, furniture, bedding, 
etc. Space is too limited to allow- us to describe even the 
most prominent of the goods making up this assortment, 
but we can at least assure our readers that the store will 
well repay a visit, especially as immediate and polite at- 
tention is shown to every caller, and bottom prices are 
quoted in every department. Orders will be promptly 
and accurately delivered, and every article is warranted 
to prove just as represented. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEy OF NASHUA. 



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OFFICE : 



FACT®] 

SflNDEF^S STREET, flflSHtlfl, 



At nearly the juuctiou of the Nashua and Merrimack rivers is ail industry of extensive dimeasious, whose loca- 
tion outside the Hue of travel has left it duriug its eight years of existence comparatively uuknowu' to- the general 
public. But there, almost unheralded to the citizens has sprung up in the sparselv growing pasture land, one of 
the most successful and growing industries of the city. One man's mind conceived it, and to one man's industry 
and foresight is its growth and present prosperity due. In January, 1SS2, when Mr. G. O. Sanders, one of Nashua's 

most enterprising 
a n d successful 
citizens, began 
clearing and level- 
ing up the seven 
acre tract of land 
at the junction of 
the Merrimack and 
Nashua rivers, and 
upon which site he 
erected his large 
steam saw mill 
and box factory, 
it was asked by 
many of Nashua's 
business men, 
"What are you go- 
ing to do with it?'' 
The location was 
regarded at that 
time as wliolly be- 
yond the limits of 
easy accessibility 
and the practic- 
able shipping of 
any manufactured 
product witliout 
the outlaj- of great 
expense. Mr. 
Sanders, who is a 
gentleman of ex- 
tended travel and 
experience, Iiad 
decided not only 
upon that location 
but that Nashua 
as a city, witli its 
manufactures, and 
growing commer- 
cial interests, was 
the most desirable 
point, away from 
the sea board of 
New England, for 
the founding of 
his saw mill and 
box factory. He 
said nothing to 
the repeated in- 
quiries of the pub- 
lic but kept active- 
Ij' and vigilantly 
at work develop- 
ing Ills plans, 
erecting his mill, 
arranging for lum- 
ber, and otherwise 
preparing and 
equipping h i s 
plant for the best 
and greatest re- 
sults. 

The planing 
mill, which ran 
north and south 




LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



51 



of the site, was 162x00 feet, and was conuected di- 
rectly with the Coueord railroad by a private track 
and switch, which was laid, and is owned exclusive- 
ly, by Mr. Sanders, another track has since been put 
in, making two in dailj' use. The saw mill was 
started in two mouths from the time of the laying of 
its foundation. It was furnished with the best ma- 
chinery available in the market, and at once began 
its operations. The following May the planing mill 
and box factory were in full operation and giving 
employment to fifteen hands. Now over liO men are 
employed. The first year over one million feet of 
lumber were worked into jjine and spruce boxes, 
box shooks, cloth boards. Now it is twenty fold 
greater in all of Mr. Sanders' enterprises. As com- 
pared to his present mammoth operations this pro- 
duet seems small. He soon found his trade increas- 
ing as he paid personal attention to all the details of 
his business. Owing to the growing scarcity of logs in 
this vicinity, he removed his saw mill machinery, and 
fitted up in place of it a complete line of box machinery 
of the latest patterns, which made his plant one of 
the most complete and finest equipped box facto- 
ries and planing mills in tlie state. On the 20th of 
October, ISSt), the mills were totally destroyed by 
fire. It was a heavy loss to Mr. Sanders. It was on 
this occasion that Mr. Sanders manifested his en- 
ergy and ability to meet emergencies ; within two 
hours after tlie firemen left the ruins he had 2.5 men 
at work clearing away the debris and in seven days 
after the fire, part of the present mill had been con- 
structed and has been running night and day ever 
since. The mill was completed January 1, of this 
year, and is 50x180 feet. It is lighted by the Mather 
system of electric lighting, gives employment to 60 
men, and carries a stock of from three quarters to a 
million feet of lumber in the yard at all times. Tlie 
mill is heated by the Sturtevant patent hot air system, 
and is equipped with the Walworth automatic fire 
sprinkler. This precaution against fire is seconded 
by a powerful hydrant supplied by three lines of 
hose which can be directed against any of the build- 
ings on the premises in case of fire. The mill is fit- 
ted up with the latest and best improved machinery 
to be had and is cutting up and finishing twenty 
thousand feet of lumber for boxes and three thou- 
sand feet of hard wood lumber per day. This ma- 
chinery is all new. The yard in this city covers an 
area of four acres, on which are six buildings devot- 
ed to the various uses of his business ; for besides the 
manufacture of boxes and box shooks, of which latter 
he is the largest manutiicturer in the state, he manu- 
factures cloth boards and the Manhattan folding man- 
tle beds, his own patent. His actual sales of pine, 
spruce and hemlock lumber, box boards, shooks, 
cloth boards, etc., average over twenty million feet 
per anuum, for his three mills. This is supplied 
to the largest cotton, woolen and paper mills, shoe 
factories, fish and provision packers in the New Eng- 
land states. New York state and some for export, 
and does a business of .$200,000 to .$210,000 per an- 
num. At Frankenstein, Mr. Sanders has another 
mill 140x4.5 feet, used for cutting spruce dimension 
lumber and for a box factory. This is run by a 200 
horse power engine and employs 86 men including 
loggeis. This mill turns out thirty-five to forty 
thousand feet of spruce lumber per day which is sold 
ip Boston and Portland markets. This mill is also 
fitted with the Walworth sprinkler system for fire 
protection and Sturtevant dry kilns. The Maine C'eutnil 
Railroad is now constructing a depot at his mill and 
the station will be known as Sanders Mills station. At 
Conway, he has a saw mill and box factory, giving em- 
ployment to 40 men and teams and has 1400 acres of tim- 
berland at that place. Mr. Sanders employs iu all 186 
men and is the largest manufacturer of box shooks 



in New Hampshire. He has the product of three 
mills of his own. He has a fine suite of three offices 
on the premises in this city. He employs two book- 
keepers at his Nashua mill, one at the Frankenstein, 
and one at Conway, and numbers among his custom- 
ers some of the largest consumers in the New Eng- 
land states. The municipality of Nashua opened and 
graded a street to the works of Mr. Sanders as a 
complimentary acknowledgment of his untiring la- 
bors in building up, and advancing so important an 
industrial feature iu the general manufacturing inter- 
ests of our city aud gave it his name. Mr. G. O. San- 
ders is almost a native of Nashua, being born in 
Hudson 39 years ago and coming to this city with 
his parents to live when only six years of age. After 
receiving a common school education, the finishing 
touches of which were received at Crosbj'"s Literarj' 
Institution, he began at the age of 17, an apprentice- 
ship in the carpenter's trade with his father, Mr. A. 
A. Sanders, a well-known contractor in this city. He 




learned his trade thoroughly and in 1878 catching the 
western fever, went to Atchison, Kansas. while 
west, which occupied a period of four years, he built 
bridges, stations, stores and engine houses on contract 
for the Atchisou, Topeka & Santa Fe and the Union 
Pacific railroads. He employed between forty and 
fifty men, with headquarters at Atchison, Kansas, 
aud greatly prospered in the work. In 1882 he re- 
turned to Nashua, and again located here, and built 
up his present growing business. A thorough busi- 
ness man in every particular, a genial comrade, a 
progressive citizen, a liberal friend and a great lover 
of home, he has endeared himself to all who knew 
him. He has done much to advance Nashua's inter- 
ests during the past eight years, which is thorough- 
ly appreciated by the thoughtful citizen. A young 
man yet, he has much before him, and there is no 
doubt that the opportunities will find iu hiiu a man 



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fully prepared to meet them. Mr. Sanders' resi- 
dence, just over the bridge in Hudson, is perhaps the 
finest "residence in town. The buildings are of the 
French villa style of architecture, the designs being 
made and work done by Mr. Sanders. The entire 
house is heated by steam and finished in hard wood 
throughout. The buildings occupy a commanding 
site and give a magniticant view of the surrounding 
country. 





J. W. Leazott & Co., Dealers iu all Kinds of Steam, 
Gas and Water Fittings, Hot Water Heating and Plumb- 
ing; Shop, Basement of Baker's Building, 6.")i Main 
Street, Opposite Old Post Office, Nashua, N. H.— 
Messrs. ,T. W. Leazott & Co. are dealers in all kinds of 
steam, gas and water fittings, and are prepared to fur- 
nish these articles in quantities to suit at short notice 
and at bottom prices, but what is of more interest to the 
large majority of our readers is the fact that orders for 
hot water heating, plumbing, etc., will be filled in a 
thoroughly workmanlike manner at low rates. The busi- 
ness was founded by Mr. .J. W. Leazott in 1885, the pres- 
ent flrm,name being adopted in 18S8. Mr. Leazott is a 
native of New York State, and has built up an extensive 



business in a comparatively short time by giving it close 
personal attention, and sparing no pains to maintain the 
service at the highest standard of efficiency. His shop 
is located in the basement of Baker's building, No. 65i 
Main Street, opposite the old postoffice, and is 05 x 25 
feet in dimensions. Employment is given to seven ex- 
perienced and competent assistants, and all work is 
guaranteed to prove satisfactory, for it is done by skilled 
men under careful supervision, and no trouble is spared 
to secure durable results. At this late day, it is unneces- 
sary to say that health and plumbing are very closely 
connected, and every one should make it a point to see 
that the drainage and general plumbing arrangements 
of his house are kept in first-class conditions at all 
times. 



Moody, Estabrook & Andersons, Manufacturers 
and Wholesale Dealers in Shoe«, Nos. 45 and 47 Lincoln 
Street, Boston, Factory at Nashua, N. H. — The fame of 
Nashua as a manufacturing centre has been gained in 
connection with textile fabrics almost entirely, although 
of course many other lines of industry have been and 
are very extensively carried on here ; but present indi- 
cations are that the manufactui-e of Boots and Shoes is 
to be one of the great sources of wealth iu the immedi- 
ate future, for this industry has developed wonderfully 
in tills city of late years and a notable example of the 
progress that has been made is that afforded by the 
growth of the business conducted by Messrs. Moody, 
Estabrook & Andersons, the leading shoe manufactur- 
ing firms of this section. Operations were begun in 
1879, by Messrs. Estabrook & Anderson Brothers; the 
present concern being formed two years later. It is 
composed of Mr. W. H. Moody, a native of Claremont, 
N. H., Mr. F. W. Estabrook, a native of Grafton, Mass., 
Mr. F. E. Anderson, born in Epping, N. H., and Mr. 
Geo. E. Anderson, who was born in London, N. H. All 
these gentlemen give close personal attention to the 
business, and the productions of the firm have become 
so well and favorably known to consumers and the trade 
that the present manufacturing facilities, large as they 
are, are decidedly inadequate to properly handle the 
many orders received; and the firm is now construct- 
ing additions to the factory which will increase the pro- 
ductive capacity by 80 per cent, and enable them to turn 
out more shoes than any other concern in town. The 
product comprises a medium grade of Men's, Boy's, 
Youth's AVouien"s. Misses" and Children's Shoes, and 
now approximate 0000 pairs per day, thisbeiug increased 
to 1000 pairs when the contemplated addition is complet- 
ed, about May, 1890. Employment is now given to GOO 
assistants, which number will be increased to 1000 at the 
date given. The firm have an office at Nos. 45 and 47 
Lincoln Street, Boston, and distribute their goods over a 
wide extent of country, thej' being unsurpassed in their 
special line and winning hearty commendation from 
both dealer and consumers. A great variety of styles are 
manufactured and ease and durability are prominent 
characteristics of the finished product, the general pop- 
ularity of which is largely due to the constant care ex- 
ercised in the selection of the material employed. The 
firm have always born a high reputation for filling 
orders promptly and accurately, and this reputation will 
surely be added to when the greatly enlarged facilities 
are available. The partners are all active and energetic 
business men. Mr. Moodj- being a director of the Shoe 
and Leather National Bank of Boston. Mr. Estabrook 
being a director of the Second National Bank, and pres- 
ident of the Gas and Electric Light Co., in which both 
the Messrs. Anderson are interested. Mr. F. E. Ander- 
son is vice-president of the Security Trust Co., and is 
president of the Security Imrovement Co., of Grand 
Forks, Dakota ; and Mr. Geo. Anderson is well known in 
connection with municipal aflairs, having served on both 
branches of the city council. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



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J. M. Perry, Upholsterer, Window- Shades, Fancy 
Goods for Interior Decoration, Xo. 33 Factory St., 
Nashua, X. H. — Mr. J. M. Perry is a native of Keene, 
X. H., but has carried on business here in Xashua for 
many years and is thoroughly identified with the devel- 
opment of the city, having served in both branches of 
the City Council and as Representative, and alwaj'S be- 
ing ready to heartily support any measure which in his 
judgment will tend to advance the best interests of the 
community. He has conducted his present enterprise 
for just about a score of years, beginning operations in 
1870 as successor to Mr. Henry Barney. Mr. Perry 
deals extensively in window shades, fancy goods, for 
interior decoration and upholstery goods in general, and 
is prepared to fill orders for upholstery of all descrip- 
tions at short notice and at uniformly moderate rates. 
His store is located at Xo. 33 Factory Street, and at all 
times contains a very carefully selected stock, in which 
the latest fashionable novelties are fully represented. 
Very beautiful and attractive effects may be attained at 
comparatively small expense by making judicious use of 
the many materials and articles now provided for inte- 
rior decorative purposes, and we know of no one better 
prepared to render valuable assistance in this line of ef- 
fort than Mr. Perry. Callers at his store are assured 
immediate and courteous attention and he is ready 
and willing to give the benefit of his long experience to 
those who may desire such aid. 



Geo H. Brigham, Dealer in Groceries, Provisions, 
Foreign and Domestic Fruits, and Country Produce; No. 
1 Main Street, Xashua, N. H. — Prominent among the 
well-known establishments in the grocery, meat and 
provision business in Nashua, is the house of George H. 
Brigham, which, since its inception in 1S73, has ever 
maintained a high reputation for integrity and honorable 
business dealings. The premises utilized for the trans- 
action of business consist of a store, 50 by 85 feet in di- 
mensions, and is located at No. 1 Main Street, where is 
handled one of the most complete stocks of groceries, 
meats and provisions carried in Nashua. The stock also 
embraces choice foreign and domestic fruits, and country 
produce. Prompt attention is given to all orders, which 
are accurately filled and delivered to all parts of the 
city. The proprietor is a native of Nashua, and is promi- 
nently connected with the city government as a member 
of the common council. He is an active business man, 
who gives close personal attention to all branches of the 
business, especially to the purchasing and selection of 
the goods, which are guaranteed to be the best the mar- 
ket affords. None in this line of trade in Nashua enjoy 
a brighter reputation for reliability, and the success of 
this house is as well-merited as it is prominent. 

George Phelps & Son, Dealers in Anthracite and 
Bituminous Coal, Office 232 Main Street. Nashua, N. H. 
— The business now carried on by Geo. Phelps & Son 
was founded in 1S70 by Mr. George Phelps, the present 
firm having been formed in 1S87. Prior to 1870 Mr. 
Phelps was in business in Worcester, Mass., both he 
and his son Mr. A. W. Phelps being natives of that city, 
and are too well known here, to need extended personal 
mention. Messrs. Phelps & Sou have an olliee at Xo. 
232 Main Street, and handle both anthracite and bitumi- 
nous coal at wholesale and retail, carrying a large stock, 
and having bins on the Boston and Maine K. I!., (Wor- 
cester & Nashua division), with storage capacity avail- 
able for 1.500 tons. It is hardly necessary to say that 
they are in a position to quote the very lowest market 
rates on both large and small orders, and to guarantee 
that the quality of the product should be up to rep- 
resentations in every respect. Employment is given to 
three assistants, and despite the large business done, all 
orders can. and will, be given immediate and careful at- 
tention, the system of delivery being uniformly reliable 
and the coal furnished being strictly first-class! 



Geo. L. Glazier, Merchant Tailor, McQuesten's 
Block, No. !»G Main Street, Nashua, N. H.— An accepted 
and prominent authority on matters of dress has said 
" Material is nothing; fit is everthing," and, although 
this, like all general statements, is not to be interpreted 
too literally, still the leading idea it conveys is worthy 
of careful attention. The richest and most tasteful ma- 
terial can never make a thoroughly presentable garment 
unless it be skilfully cut, perfectly fitted and carefully 
put together, while on the other hand, comparatively in- 
ferior material, if its pattern be not absolutely oflTenslve, 
can be so treated as to make an ettective and attractive 
garment. Of course, the object to be striven for is to 
combine good material, skilful workmanship and a per- 
fect fit, and one of the surest methods we know of to at- 
tain this highly desirable result is to place the order 
with Mr. George L. Glazier, doing business at No. 96 
Main Street, McQuesten's block. This gentleman is a 
native of Vermont, and has carried on his present estab- 
lishment since 1883, during which time he has built up 
a well-deserved reputation for producing thoroughly ar- 
tistic and well-made clothing at moderate rates. He car- 
ries a large and carefully chosen assortment of fine im- 
ported and domestic fabrics for gentlemen's wear, and 
not only has the latest novelties, but also a full selection 
of staple goods in stock ; thus enabling him to suit all 
varieties of taste, and to make garments suitable for all 
occasions at short notice. Employment is given to from 
twelve to fifteen competent assistants, and every order 
is assured immediate and painstaking attention, entire 
satisfaction being guaranteed, both as regards the qual- 
ity of the work and the prices quoted on the same. 



Johnson County Bank ; Eastern Office, Opposite 
City Hall, Xashua, X. H. ; Western Office, Olathe, Kan- 
sas ; Interest Bearing Securities, Bonds and Mortgages 
for Sale; Geo. B. Lord, President;' James B. Swallow, 
Agent ; Postofflce Box, 937 ; Xashua, X. H. — The pioneer 
in any field of enterprise deserves and should receive re- 
spectful consideration, that is to say, when the under- 
taking, with which he is identified, has solid merit, and, 
therefore, it is but just that we should make very promi- 
nent and favorable mention of Mr. James R. Swallow in 
this review of the leading business men of Nashua, lor 
he was the first one to open an office in town and adver- 
tise western farm loans, and his superior facilities 
enabled him to establish this line of business on so firm 
and reliable a footing that it has developed rapidly and 
constantly. Mr. Swallow is a native of Xashua, and was 
very generally known in this vicinity even before he be- 
came identified with his present business in 1884. He 
acts as agent for the Johnson County Bank, which ha« a 
paid-up capital of .$.50,000, and is very extensively en- 
gaged in the handling of interest bearing securities. The 
western office is in Olathe, Kansas, the eastern office be- 
ing located In this city, opposite the city hall. Western 
farm loans, drawing seven per cent, interest, secured 
by mortgage on first-class real-estate in .Johnson County, 
Kansas, and guaranteed, are constantly on hand; and 
Mr. Swallow is also prepared to issue certificates of de- 
posit in the Johnson County Bank, drawing seven per 
cent, interest, payable semi-annually. Should the inter- 
est not be collected when due, it will be credited to the 
principal, and draw interest same as the original amount. 
To the best of our knowledge, Mr. Swallow Is the only 
one in this vicinit)' taking money on deposit for a west- 
ern bank. All money, interest and principal, is payable 
at his office without expense to investors. Exchanges 
will be drawn on all foreign points, absolute safety and 
satisfaction being guaranteed. Mr. Swallow is widely 



known and 



being 
highlv 



y esteemed in business circles, and can 



give unexceptional references if desired. Office hours 
are from 9 to 12 a. m. and 2 to 4 p. m., excepting Satur- 
day afternoons, and communications addressed to No. 
11.3 Main Street will receive immediate and painstaking 
attention. 



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Cross & Tolles, AVholesale nud I!etail dealers in 
Lumber, etc., Xasliua, N. H. — There is an immense 
amouut of lumber and house finish sold in Nashua 
every year, this citj- being the purchasing centre for 
miles around, and what may justly be called a lead- 
ing and representative concern in the full sense of 
the term, among those engaged in this line of busi- 
ness, is that of Cross & Tolles, carrying on opera- 
tions on Quincy Street, near the AV. & N. K. K. Sta- 
tion. The enterprise conducted bj- this firm was 
inaugurated a long time ago, the senior partner hav- 
ing been identified with it for more than a quarter of 



a century, for some ten years of which time he was 
a member of the firm of Sargent & Cross, the present 
style having been adopted more than 17 years ago. 
Mr. John Cross is a native of Hudson, N. H., and 
was at one time connected witli the Nashua board of 
aldermen; while Mr. James II. Tolles was born in 
this cit}' and has held the position of mayor for three 
terms. Both gentlemen are widely and favorably 
known in business circles throughout this section, 
and their enterprise is steadily developing under the 
careful and liberal management it receives. -A. 
wholesale and retail business is done, and the manu- 



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facture of mouldings, brackets, window and door 
frames, and house finish of every description is ex- 
tensively carried on ; spacious premises being utilized 
and a very complete plant of improved machinery 
employed ; so that with the aid of from nO to CO ex- 
perienced assistants, the heaviest orders can be filled 
at short notice. Particular attention is paid to the 
production of hard wood floorings, the stock beicg 
thoroughly kiln-dried and worked in the best manner; 
and custom dressing of all kinds including scroll and 



jig sawing, planing, turning, matching, etc., will be 
done at short notice and at uniformly moderate rates. 
A specialty is made of packing boxes, these being 
furnished in any desired sizes at low prices ; and 
every facility is at hand for the doing of pattern <\'ork 
and general Jobbing in a superior manner and with- 
out undue delay. This firm also have the agency of 
E. Frank Coe's Bone Fertilizer, which has been in 
use for 33 years, and without doubt the best Ferti- 
lizer to be found in the market to-day. 




The Rollins Engine Co., Nashua, X. H.,— The 
average steam-user does not have any time to investi- 
gate ingenious scientific theories concerning the most 
perfect method of utilizing the expansive power of gas- 
ses, nor is he especially interested in learning the precise 
percentage of heat utilized by an}^ given type of steam 
plant ; lor he knows that practice and theory are often 
widely divergent and he also knows that steam machine- 
ry which will make an enviable record when tested 
under picked conditions and manipulated by experts, may 
utterly fail in comparison with much less pretentious 
apparatus when it comes to be put to every-day use, 
year in and year out. Therefore in calling attention to 
the productions of the Rollins Engine Company, we do 
not propose to bore our readers with long lists of figures 
which may mean much or little, according to how they 
are interpreted, but we will simply refer to the record 
these engines have made during the nearly 40 years they 
have been put upon the market. Of course the engine 
made by the present company is radically dillerent from 
that made by Messsrs. Rollins, Gilman & Co., in IS.'jS, 
but it was fully equal to the best in its day as is its suc- 
cessor at the present time. The Rollius Engines are 
made in a variety of styles and sizes, and they are made 
to do the work required of them without any fuss, with- 
out constant expert attention and with comparatively 
little wear and tear. They are constructed by skilled 
workmen, aided by the most improved machinery, from 
carefully selected material, and are durable, smooth- 
running and eflicient even under unfavorable couditions. 
The works utilized by the company cover about half an 
acre of ground and the facilities available are sufficient- 
ly extensive to admit of the filling of all orders at com- 
paratively short notice. The proprietor, Mr. George A. 
Rollins, is a native of Dedham, N. II., and is one of the 
best-knowu engine builders in the country, his produc- 
tions having gone into general use among all classes of 
manufacturers. He has a high reputation to maintain, 
and may be depended upon to keep the Rollins Engine in 
its accustomed position, — at the head of the list. 



Eufus Fitzgerald, Manufacturer of Stretched 
Leather Belting, Railroad Bell-Cord, Loom Strapping, 
Sewing Machine Belting, etc. ; Also, Best Quality of 
Belt and Lace Leather, Belt Hooks, Belt Rivets, etc. ; 
Phillips' Block, Corner Main and Park Streets, 1st Door 
North of Postoffice, Up Stairs, No. 8, Nashua, N. H.— 
Mr. Rufus Fitzgerald has been identified with the manu- 
facture and sale of leather belting, etc., for about thirty 
years, and has carried on operations at his present loca- 
tion since 1871. He is a native of Littleton, N. H., and 
is so generally and favorably known in mercantile cir- 
cles as to render extended personal mention entirely un- 
necessary. His store is located in Phillips' block, corner 
Main and Park Streets, first door north of postoffice, up 
stairs. No. 8, and constantly contains a complete stock, 
comprising stretched leather belting, railroad bell-cord, 
loom strapping, sewing machine belting, etc., together 
with the best quality of belt and lace leather, belt hooks, 
belt rivets, etc., all these articles being guaranteed to 
prove just as represented, and being supplied in quanti- 
ties to suit at short notice and at the very lowest market 
rates. Repairing of all kinds is given "immediate and 
painstaking attention, the work being neatly and dur.a- 
bly done at uniformly moderate prices. Mr. Fitzgerald 
is the inventor and p.'itentee of " Fitzgerald's Fisherman's 
Ice Auger,'' which is one of those simple yet efficient 
contrivances which commend themselves to practical 
men at first sight, and which are labor-saving devices in 
the full sense of the term. This auger will cut a six-inch 
hole ; go through thirty-two inches of ice, and cut the 
last foot as easily and quickly as the first. It will pene- 
trate a foot of ice in a minute, and turns so easily that a 
twelve year old boy can use it. It removes a core of ice 
within the augur, leaving no chips to interfere with the 
line. Those who soaked themselves with perspiration, 
with the thermometer at zero when pounding away with 
the ordinary ice chisel, will appreciate this little instru- 
ment, and experienced fishermen will buy it if it takes 
their bottom dollar. The auger is very strongly made, 
cannot get out of order, and Is retailed at .$0.00, a liberal 



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discount being made to the trade. It is a genuine nov- 
elty, and is bound to have an immense sale wherever in- 
troduced. Mr. Fitzgerald also manufactures, on a sm.all 
scale, the most durable and finest " Split Bamboo Fly 
Eods '■ to be found in the United States, expert fisher- 
men preferring them to any they have ever tried. 

H. P. Dane, Auctioneer and Commission Merchant, 
Railroad Square, Nashua, X. H. — Close application, 
energy and intelligence will go far towards commanding 
success in any line of business, but in some of them 
nothing can take the place of natural ability, and this is 
pre-eminently the ease with auctioneering, for it is un- 
questionably a fact that the really first-class auctioneer 
is born and not made. Mr. H. F. Dane comes honestlj' 
by his auctioneering talent, for his father, Mr. Herman 
Dane, was for years the most successful auctioneer in 
southern New Hampshire, attending more auctions and 
selling more goods than any other man in that section 
of the state. He was a native of New Boston, and be- 
gan operations in 18.53, taking his son into partnership 
in 1864, so that Mr. H. F. Dane has had more than a 
quarter-century's experience in his present line of busi- 
ness. He was born in Hudson, N. H., and is probably 
at least as well known a business man as can be found 
in Nashua, not only by reason of his activity and success 
as an auctioneer, but also on account of his prominence 
as an Odd Fellow and a Free Mason. He has been Past 
Master of Ancient York Lodge of Masons, and last year 
held the position of Grand Master of Independent Order 
of Odd Fellows ; at present being; Grand Representative 
to Sovereign Grand Lodge. Mr. Dane's place of business 
is in Railroad Square, where he utilizes two floors, each 
being 22 x 60 feet In dimensions. I'hese premises are al- 
ways well occupied by a miscellaneous assortment of 
property, comprising household goods of all kinds, be- 
sides many other commodities, for Mr. Dane does a very 
extensive auction and commission business, and finds 
constant and eager demand for his services. His sales 
are always well-attended, and both buyers and sellers 
will best serve their own interests by taking advantage 
of the facilities he ofters. 

H. S. NorweU, Dealer in Dry Goods, No. 79 Main 
Street, Goodrich Block, Nashua, N. H. — There are very 
few business men who have a longer and more varied 
experience in the handling of dry and fancy goods than 
has Mr. H. S. Norwell ; and even among those who have 
devoted more years to the business than he, it is to be 
doubted if one can be found who understands it more 
thoroughly In every detail. Mr. Norwell was born in 
Scotland, and began operations in Nashua in 1861, the 
enterprise being continued by Messrs. Taylor & Norwell 
in 1865. In 1867, Mr. Norwell sold out and went West, 
returning in 1878, and establishing himself in his present 
location. This is in Goodrich block. No. 79 Main Street, 
the premises utilized comprising one floor and a base- 
ment, and having an area of four thousand square feet 
altogether. Mr. Norwell carries a very heavy and varied 
stock, doing both a wholesale and retail business, and 
handling foreign and domestic dry and fancy goods, no- 
tions, cloaks, gloves, hosierj' and many other articles far 
too numerous to mention. His experience enables him to 
cater very successfully to the public taste, and the resi- 
dents of this vicinity have long since learned that his 
store is the place to visit when anything in the line of 
dry and fancy goods is wanted ; not only because the 
leading fashionable novelties are fully represented, as 
well as complete lines of staple goods, but also because 
the rule "one price only and that the lowest'" is rigidly 
adhered to, the result being that the most inexpert buy- 
ers may trade here in the full assurance of getting their 
money's worth, while the most experienced purchasers 
cannot possibly do better elsewhere. There are twenty- 
one assistants employed, and prompt and courteous at- 
tention is assured to every caller. 



lira. Emma Manning Huntley, Public Reader ; 
Teacher of Elocution and Physical Culture; Merchants' 
Exchange, Nashua, N. H. — Reading aloud has long been 
shamefully neglected in our public and private schools, 
and it is only of late years that the attention of the peo- 
ple has been directed to the deficiency of our educa- 
tional system in this respect. Not one person in twenty, 
even among the more cultivated class, can read aloud 
acceptably, and a striking proof of this may be had by 
attending one of the "Author's Readings," which have 
lately came into vogue, for, although each author reads 
from his own works, and hence must know precisely 
what ideas the writer intended to convey in the vast ma- 
jority of cases, the subject matter is made obscure rather 
than simplified by its delivery. Leaving reading out of 
the question altogether, how many people know even 
how to talk? Very few. We mis-pronounce our words, 
do not half articulate them, mistake violence for empha- 
sis, speak in unmusical tones, utterly fail to properly 
control our breathing, and, in short, make distressing 
and uncomfortable work out of what distinguishes men 
from beasts, and should be the highest of our pleasures 
— the jjower of speech. A well-modulated and perfectly 
controlled voice is one of the most attractive attributes 
which any person can have, and despite its present 
rarity, it is within the reach of all who desire it and 
will work to attain it. Elocution has suflered much from 
the incompetence of some who have essayed to teach it, 
but its merits are too evident to long remain obscured, 
and the art is now rapidly assuming the position to 
which its importance entitles it. Nashua has an earnest, 
well-equipped and most successful teacher of elocution 
in the person of Mrs. Emma Manning Huntley, who fills 
engagements as a public reader, and gives instruction in 
elocution and physical culture to individuals and to 
classes. Mrs. Huntley is prepared to make engagements 
with schools desiring the services of a visiting teacher, 
and her terms are so reasonable that there is no educa- 
tional institution that need be debarred from profiting 
by her abilities. Her rooms are located in the Merchants' 
Exchange, and we would most earnestly advise all in- 
terested to call and obtain such further information as 
may be desired, as it will be cheerfully given on appli- 
tion. 



A. P. Keyes, Teaming, and Dealer in Wood of all 
Kinds, Long or Sawed and Split, Delivered to any part 
of the City ; Oflice and Yard, 20 Mason Street, Nashua, 
N. H. — It would surprise many of our readers to learn 
how large a quantity of wood is consumed in Nashua 
and vicinity every year, for, although coal is, of course, 
the great staple as fuel, still there is an enormous 
amount of wood burned, aside from that used merely for 
kindling purposes. Mr. A. P. Keyes is in a position to 
speak with authority on this subject, for he deals very 
extensively in wood of all kinds, and, indeed, distributes 
a large proportion of the total amount called for by lo- 
cal consumers. He is prepared to furnish It long or 
sawed and split, and to deliver it to any part of the city 
at short notice. His oflice and yard are located at No. 
20 Mason Street, and the storage capacity available is 
sutliciently extensive to admit of the carrying of a very 
heavy and complete stock. The otfice has telephone 
connection, and orders received thus, or left at Mr. A. 
E. Gay's, No. 62 Main Street, near the bridge, are as- 
sured immediate and careful attention, employment be- 
ing given to three assistants, and every facility being at 
hand to ensure satisfactory service. Mr. Keyes is a na- 
tive of Hancock, N. H., and succeeded Mr. Geo. E. 
Heath in the ownership of this business in 1886. In ad- 
dition to handling wood of all kinds, a verj- extensive 
teaming business is also done, Mr. Keyes keeping eight 
yoke of cattle, and eighteen horses and twenty-five men 
constantly employed, charges being uniformly moderate, 
and the service prompt and trustworthy. 



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Frank O. Kay, 

(Successor to S. S. 
Jackman & Co.) En- 
gineer and Contractor, 
lor High and Low 
Pressure Steam and 
Hot Water Heating : 
Also Manufacturer of 
and Dealer in Gas Fix- 
tures, Steam, Gas and 
Water Pipes, etc., No. 
S5 West Pearl Street, 
Nashua, X. H. — Heat- 
ing a house by means 
of stoves nowadays is 
a good deal like light- 
ing it by means of can- 
kdles — it can be done, 
[ after a fashion .but the 
^results are sure to be 
■ unsatisfactory.and the 
cost is excessive. 
Steam or hot water 
heating is the cheapest, as it is by far the most efficient 
means which can be employed, and the question as to 
■which of these methods is the better adapted to any par- 
ticular case, can safely be left to an expert who is thor- 
oughly conversant with the peculiar characteristics of 
both systems, and is equally well-prepared to furnish 
and put in operation one or the other. Such a man is 
Mr. Frank O. Ray, doing business at No. 8.5 West Pearl 
Street, and we have no hesitation in unreservedly recom- 
mending him to our readers, and to the public in gen- 
■eral. Mr. Ray is a native of Medford, Mass., and has 
•had long and varied experience as an engineer and con- 
tractor for high and low pressure steam and hot water 
beating. He is also agent for the " Gurney "' hot water 
heater. The business now conducted by him was 
founded in 1863 by Mr. S. S. .Jackman, and came under 
the control of Messrs. S. S. .Jackman & Co. in 1877, the 
present proprietor succeeding this firm in 1889. He gives 
•especial attention to house heating, and is prepared to 
give unexceptionable references if desired. From twelve 
to fifteen expert workmen are employed at all times, and 
the most extensive orders can be filled at short notice, 
while the smallest commissions are also assured immedi- 
iite and painstaking attention. Mr. Ray is a manufac- 
turer of and dealer in gas fixtures, steam, gas and water 
pipes of all kinds, and is prepared to furnish brass and 
iron, steam and water fittings, plumbers' stock, rubber 
hose, pumps of every description, etc., in any desired 
■quantity, and at the lowest market rates. Steam and 
gas fitting and plumbing will be executed in a thorough- 
ly workmanlike manner, and all work is fully warrant- 
ed, 80 that complete satisfaction is assured. The health- 
fulness and comfort of our homes depend mainl}- upon 
the heating, lighting and plumbing arrangements, and 
too much care cannot be exercised in placing orders for 
anything pertaining to them. 

W. B. Chase, Dealer in Groceries and Provisions, 
Teas, Coffees and Spices, Nos. 4 and 6 Bridge Street, 
Nashua, N. H. — Such of our readers as are seeking for 
an establishment where there may always be found a 
large and complete stock of groceries and provisions ; 
■where the service is prompt and courteous, the goods 
reliable and the prices low, may very profitably visit the 
store conducted by Mr. W. B. Chase, at Nos. 4 and (! 
Bridge Street, for here is just the combination they are 
looking for. Doubtless many who will read these lines 
will not need to be told of the fact stated, for Mr. Chase's 
establishment is already well and favorably known 
throughout this vicinity, and the extent to which it is 
patronized, aftbrds the best possible proof that the in- 
ducements offered are appreciated. The proprietor is a 
native of this city, and at present occupies the position 



of Overseer of the Poor. He has been identified with 
his present enterprise since 1874, and its development 
since that date has been steady and pronounced. Very 
spacious premises are utilized, there being some two 
thousand feet of floor-space, exclusive of a commodious 
store-house, and the stock carried is in accord with its 
surroundings, being exceptionally large, and so careful- 
ly selected as to enable all tastes and means to be suited. 
Choice staple and fancy groceries, canned goods, table 
condiments, pure teas, coflees and spices are all well 
represented ; while the assortment of fresh, salted and 
smoked meats, and provisions in general, is just what 
one would naturally expect to find in a store of this high 
standing. Employment is given to seven assistants, and 
the promptness and accuracy displayed in the filling of 
orders might be profitably imitated at many a much less 
extensively patronized establishment. Mr. Chase is in a 
position to quote bottom prices, and all dealing with 
him are positively assured of getting full value for money 
expended. 

P. A. Kendall, Manufacturer of and Dealer in all 
kinds of Saws, No. 20 Railroad Square, Nashua, N. H. 
— Scientists tell us that every description of edge-tool, 
from an axe to a razor, is, in reality, a saw, — or in other 
words, that the cutting qualities of the tool are direct- 
ly dependent upon the shape and the keenness of the 
teeth of which the edge is composed; and this informa- 
tion brings home to us more forcibly than ever the won- 
derful efficiency of the regular saw as a working instru- 
ment. In buying a saw of any kind it should never be 
forgotten that " the best is the cheapest," and, in this 
connection, it seems to us perfectly natural to call at- 
tention to the goods manufactured and sold by Mr. P. 
A. Kendall, for this gentleman is a manufacturer of and 
dealer in saws of all kinds, and his productions have a 
most enviable and unsurpassed reputation for efficiency 
and durability. He was born in I^ondonderry, N. H., 
and in 1885 succeeded Mr. L. D. Boynton, who had be- 
gun operations in 188"2. Spacious and well-equipped 
premises are occupied at No. 20 Railroad Square, and 
the available facilities are such that all orders can be 
filled at short notice and at moderate rates. Particular 
attention is given to the repairing of all kinds of saws, 
entire satisfaction being confidently guaranteed ; and 
swages, side files, etc., are dealt in. In so extensive a 
manufacturing centre as Nashua, there is of course, 
great demand for such a service as Mr. Kendall renders, 
and, as his methods are reliable and his prices low, it is not 
surprising that his business should be steadily Increasing. 

"Lowe's Cheap Store," Alonzo S. Lowe, Proprie- 
tor, Millinery and Fancy Goods, 17 Factory Street, 
Nashua, N. H. — "All is not gold that glitters" accord- 
ing to the proverb, and no doubt there is not one of our 
readers but what has learned from sad experience that 
all is not "cheap" that is claimed to be so. Indeed, the 
word "cheap" has a very elastic meaning and it may be 
so used as to convey precisely opposite ideas at difl'er- 
ent times but take it in the sense of "below the regular 
rates," or synonymous with the word "bargains" and it 
applies very forcibly to the establishment conducted 
by Mr. Alonzo S. Lowe, at No. 17 Factory Street, for 
"Lowe's Cheap Store" might have its title changed to 
"Lowe's Bargain Store" without causing any false in- 
ferences to be made, for this is a "bargain store" and no 
mistake, the proprietor being a very careful and close 
buyer and giving his customers a generous share of the 
benefits thus derived. Mr. Lowe deals in Millinery and 
Fancy Goods of all kinds, and otters such inducements 
that it is perfectly natural his trade should be rapidly 
and steadily increasing. His assortment alwa3-s in- 
cludes the very latest fashionable novelties, and those 
who wish such articles but do not care to pay fancy 
prices should most certainly give him an earJy call. 
Prompt and polite service is the rule to all. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



LOCKE'S EXPANDING ELASTIC ARBOR, 

FOR I^EISTTISTS' XJSE. 




MANUFACTUEED BY &. S. LOCKE & CO., NASHUA, N. H. 

PATENTED NOV. 2!, Isr.i. 



Ii. F. Locke, Surgeon, Physician and Dentist, Main 
Street, Nashua, N. II. — The city of Nasliua is to be con- 
gratulated upon having in their midst such au enterpris- 
ing and liberal a citizen, of such ingenious and fertile a 
brain, as has been developed in the case of Dr. L. F. 
Locke, A. M., M. D., fellow of the American Scientific 




Association; also member of several medical societies. 
At the rooms of tliis popular physician, surgeon and 
dentist on Main Street, can be seen several practical 
specimens of liis inventive genius. Pre-eminent among 
the number is his Expanding Elastic Arbor, which en- 
tirely supersedes the file and scraper, and completely 



single set of teeth. The arbor is of six and eiglit dif- 
ferent sizes, easily fitted to any lathe. So popular has 
this arbor become with the profession that it finds a 
ready sale at all the dental depots of the country. A 
price list of the different sizes and portions of sets" will 
be sent on application and all orders accompanied with 
the amount of price will be promptly filled. Another 
useful device is a splint for use in the case of fractured 
jaw, which is the result of taking a was impression of 
the injured section and making a form wliich holds the 
jaw in position without inconvenience to the patient. 
To Dr. Locke's credit may also be charged the invention 
and introduction of an extremely conveniently as well 
as valuable adjunct to the farmer's success in the shape 
of an artificial nurse or foster mother for young pigs, 
lambs, calves, etc. An aftective means of saving the 
young pigs is illustrated on this page, which is a very 
simple affair, consisting of a tin pail having several 
small spouts near the bottom and upon each spout an 
India rubber nipple. It is equally servicable in the rear- 
ing of youug dogs, lambs or even young calves under 
like circumstances. Dr. Locke is also the inventor of a 
specially convenient portable generator of laughing gas 
(as it is called), which young dentists will find a valu- 
able aid to them in the practice of tiieir profession, a cut 
of which is also displayed herewith. Being a finished 
and thoroughly educated physician and surgeon as well 
as dentist his valuable time is completely occupied. He 
is ready to receive propositions from parties with cap- 
ital desirous of availing themselves of the opportunity 
here presenting itself for introducing and placing his in- 
ventions with the trade or customers. All communica- 




obviates the annoyance of soiled or sore fingers in the 
roughing down, smoothing up and polishing of rubber 
and celuloid work. Its simplicity of construction is a 
salient feature. So great is the improvement of this in- 
strument over the usual process that when the nominal 
cost of a complete set of eight different sizes, only .$2.00, 
is considered, no dentist can consistently be without its 
convenient assistance, even for the construction of a 



tions should be addressed to G. S. Locke & Co., P. O. Box 
404, Nashua, New Hampshire. To Dr. Locke the city of 
Nashua is largely indepted for a number of progressive im- 
provements which have done much toward the develop- 
ment of the growth of the city, such as the building of 
houses in various locations and disposing of land at re- 
duced prices to manufacturers as an incentive to these 
locating in Nashua, etc. The doctor, during the late Civil 



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War, after offering his valuable services, was appointed 
by the State Board as an examiner of state troops, and to 
him is credited the first correct and authentic report of 
the first battle of Bull Run, in addition to which he is 
the author of the "Roll of Honor," a complete list in 
book form with notes of the soldiers who went from 
New Hampshire into the service of their country during 
the Civil War. 



J. E. Kent, Dry and Fancy Goods and Notions, Xo. 
23 Factory Street, Nashua, N. H. — There are many es- 
tablishments in this city devoted to the sale of dry and 
fancy goods, etc., and, considering the enviable reputa- 
tion of Nashua as a purchasing centre, it is hardly nec- 
essary to add that, taken as a whole, they will compare 
favorable with auj' similar establishments in the entire 
state, but there are a few among them that are deserv- 
ing of particularly prominent and favorable mention, 
and among these a leading position must be given that 
conducted by JNIr. J. E. Kent, at No. 23 Factory Street. 
This business was founded a quarter of a century ago, 
and has been cariied on in its present location almost 
from the very first, having been removed there in 18G6. 
The proprietor is a native of New York State, and is ex- 
tremely well-known personally throughout Nashua and 
vicinity, not only on account of his long and honorable 
business career, but also by reason of his having served 
in both branches of the city council. He has always 
made it a rule to give his business careful personal at- 
tention, and the public have long since learned that the 
service offered at his store may be implicitly depended 
upon, and that when any article is under certain repre- 
sent.ations, it will prove precisely as represented in 
every respect. It would be strange if Mr. Kent were not 
prepared to meet all honorable competition, and it is 
generally understood that dry and fancy goods and no- 
tions of all kinds, including the latest fashionable nov- 
ties, may always be obtained from him at the lowest 
market rates. The stock is always complete and attrac- 
tive, and prompt and polite service is assured to callers. 

H. M. Willoby, Livery, Boarding and Baiting Sta- 
ble ; .Job Team in Connection ; Particular Attention Paid 
to Boarders ; No. 19 Railroad Square, Nashua, N. H.— 
There is an old saying to the effect that by the time a 
man has become forty years of age, he is either a fool or 
else his own physician. Like all general statements, 
this is only to be accepted with many exceptions, but 
still it is unquestionably true that at the age mentioned 
a man ought to know pretty well what agrees with him, 
and ought to have sense enough to act accordingly. 
One of the first things to learn if you wish to preserve 
your health is to leave drugs alone as much as possible. 
If you feel heavy and " out of sorts," don"t go to a drug 
store, but visit a well-appointed livery stable, get a good 
te.im, and, after securing a congenial" companion, take a 
drive into the country. The chances are that you will 
return feeling "as good as new," and, if even the improve- 
ment be small, by repeating the prescription, vou will 
soon come around all right. At all events, yoii will get 
a good deal of enjoyment and no harm by the operation, 
and that is more than can be said of prescriptions which 
it requires drugs to fill. By patronizing the stable car- 
ried on by Mr. H. M. Willoby, at No. 19 Railroad 
Square, you will be sure of getting good teams at mod- 
erate expense, for he has some fine horses and carriages 
for livery service, and his terms are always reasonable. 
Mr. Willoby is a native of Hollis, N. H, He is very well 
known throughout Nashua, and has been street commis- 
sioner. He succeeded to the proprietorship of this es- 
tablishment in 18s!i, and now does an extensive livery, 
boarding and baiting business. He also runs a job team 
in connection with his livery trade, and pays particular 
attention to the care of horses boarded at his stable. 
Orders, whether sent bj' mail or messenger, are assured 
immediate and accurate attention. 



T. J. Dowd, Manufacturer and "Wliolesaler of Fine 
Cigars, also Jobber in all the leading brands of Tobacco, 
89 West Pearl Street, N. H. — For many years previous 
to coming to Nashua, Mr. Dowd had been in business in 
Manchester, and since coming to this city in June of 
ISSS, he has held a prominent position among the lead- 
ing tobacco and cigar dealers of the state. He is the 
manufacturer of some of the leading cigars in the mar- 
ket. He emplo3's 15 expert union workmen that 
are constantly at work under the foreman- 
ship of Frank P. Fellows who has had over 21 years 
experience at the cigar business. Among the fine lot 
of cigars manufactured by this gentleman, are the Hon- 
est Ten, for a ten-cent cigar this cigar is warranted pure 
Havana filler with Sumatra wrapper and strictly hand 
made. The "SO" for a five-cent cigar, which is made of a 
long filler with selected Conn., wrappers and binder, it is 
unsurpassed by any five-cent cigar in the market. He 
will make private brands with your own label if desir- 
able. He also buys medium cigars in immense quanti- 
ties from New York and Pennsylvania markets and has 
the agency for every kind of cigarettes in the market. 
His retail and shipping establishment at 89 West Pearl 
Street, are presided over by John B. McGuire and Con 
Shea and here the popularity of his brands, both of im- 
ported and domestic cigars has made his retail trade a 
large one. All of tlie popular brands of tobacco cut and 
plug, chewing and smoking are carried in great quanti- 
ties. Beside his pleasant and well regulated store, 
which is filled to repletion he has a large basement ex- 
tending under both store and workshop in which he 
carries fifty or more cases of leaf tobacco, and back of 
the workshop has a large building used for storage and 
other purposes. Mr. Dowd is the largest jobber of 
smokers articles in the city, and is the only house whole- 
saling tobacco, pipes and cigarettes, his wholesale trade 
covering Vermont, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. 
He keeps two salesmen constantly traveling on the road. 
His long experience has taught him what the public 
tastes are in tobacco and cigars, also that satisfactory 
goods are the best form of advertising. He has disposed 
of 1,.")00,000 cigars, .5,000,000 cigarettes and 25 tons of 
tobacco during the last year. Personally Mr. Dow^d is 
an aflable gentleman wliom it is a pleasure to meet. 



H. C. Phaneuf, Dealer in Clothing, Furnishing 
Goods, Hats, C.^ps, Trunks, Main, corner of Factory St., 
Nashua, N. II. — Every man cannot be an expert in 
judging clothing and other coMiinodities which he is 
obliged to buy from time to time, but every man can at 
least exercise intelligent discrimination in placing his 
orders with reputable and responsible dealers, and if 
this be done there is no fear of meeting with imposition. 
Nor is it necessary to paj- fancy prices in order to be 
sure of obtaining"depeudable goods. Mr. H. C. Phan- 
euf, doing business on Main, corner of Factory Street, 
handles no articles that he cannot guarantee will prove 
as represented, and offers the latest styles in clothing, 
furnishings, etc., to choose from, but nevertheless he 
quotes bottom figures, .and a complete outfit may be had 
of him for a comparatively small amount of money. 
He is a native of Canada, aiid has been identified with 
his present establishment since 1S7G, so that the public 
have ha<l opportunity to bectflue acquainted with his 
methods, and that theseare poj)ular, his large and grow- 
ing business abundantly proves. The store is 20x90 
feet in dimensions, and contains a largo assortment of 
clothing furnishing goods, hats, caps, trunks, etc. Mr. 
Phaneuf is ticket agent for all points West and Canada, 
and does an extensive business in this department alone. 
He employs six as.«istants, ami prompt and politeserviee 
is assured to all. Jlr. Phaneuf has been connected with 
large clothing concern in Worcester and Manchester, en- 
abling him to buy in large quanties and at bottoiii 
prices. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



F. M. Lund, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and Eubbers, 
also Custom Boot and Shoe Manufacturing and Repair- 
ing, 79 Factory Street, Nashua, N. H.— Mr. F. M. Lund 
is a nativeof Hollis, N. H., and has carried on custom 
shoe manufacturing for 27 years, and for the past 15 
years in Wilton, N. H. He "has been so thoroughly iden- 
tified with the advancement of Wilton's best interests, 
that he must almost be registered as a native of the 
town by adoption. At all events he has been collector 
of taxes and both in that capaeitj- and as a private cit- 
izen has always been on the side of progress. He began 
business as a custom boot and shoe maker in 18G8, and 
in 1888 opened a retail shoe store in Wilton, and contin- 
ued until the si)ring of 1890 when he removed his busi- 
ness to his present location, at 79 Factory Street, 
Nashua. His stock embraces a fine line of boots, shoes 
and rubbers, competent assistants are employed, and all 
orders are promptly attended to. while the prices quoted 
are always in accordance with the lowest market rates. 
Mr. Lund is also prepared to undertake the manufacture 
of fine boots and shoes to measure, while repairing is 
neatly and promptly done, and prices on his goods and 
work will be found moderate and just in all instances. 



P. P. Killeen & Co., Meats and Groceries, 280 Main 
Street, Nashua, N. H. — The establishment csuducted Ijy 
Messrs. Killeen & Hauley at No. 280 Main Street, al- 
though only opened in 1880, has already become well 
and favorably known among the most discriminating 
class of purchasers, and as there is no lack of grocery 
and provision stores in the citj-, it is obvious that this 
enterprise must have peculiar characteristics to recom- 
mend it in order to have gained such sudden and notice- 
able popularity. One prominent feature of the manage- 
ment is the personal attention given by the proprietors 
to the wants of customers. Messrs. P. P. Killeen & Co., 
are both thoroughly familiar with the many details of 
the retail grocerj' and provision business, and they assure 
their patrons prompt and intelligent service liy filling 
their orders themselves. The premises made use of 
have an area of 1000 square feet, and contain a complete 
and heavy stock, admirably adapted to the wants of 
city trade, and so varied as to allow all tastes and purses 
to be suited. The firm quote the lowest market rates on 
the many commodities handled, and those who want 
strictly reliable goods and don't care to pay fancy prices 
for them should liy all means visit Xo. 280 Main Street. 



Joseph Lamarsh, Blacksmith and Wheelwright; 
■General Jobbing Done at Short Notice; Corner South 
Elm and Cedar Streets, Nashua, N. H.— There are penal- 
ties, as well as pleasures, connected with the swnership 
of a carriage, and one of them is that even the best-made 
vehicles have a way of breaking down at times, or of be- 
coming so injured by accident or long continued use as 
to render repairing necessary. The old proverb tells us 
that " a stitch in time saves nine," and this principle 
holds good in the care of carriages also, for $5.00 ex- 
pended on repairs to-day may be the means of saving 
several times that sum a few weeks from now. There- 
fore, see that your vehicle is kept in good condition, and 
when it needs '• tinkering up '' a little, don't put it off, 
but go at once to a thoroughly competent carriagesmith, 
— as, for instance. Mr. Joseph Lamarsh, doing business 
at the corner of South Elm and Cedar Streets. He was 
born in Canada, but is well-known in this city, having 
carried on his present enterprise since 1878. Every fa- 
cility is at hand for the doing of first-class work, and as 
employment is given to seven assistants, orders can be 
filled at very short notice. The business is, by no means, 
confined to carriage repairing, but includes blacksmith- 
iug, horse shoeing being a special feature of the busi- 
ness, and general jobbing. Mr. Lamarsh pays particular 
attention to all work entrusted to his care. His charges 
are uniformly moderate, and, indeed, will compare fav- 
orably with any quoted on work of equal excellence. 



A. C. Austin, Studio; Special Attention Given to 
Crayon Portraits and Children's Pictures ; No. 16 Factory 
Street, Nashua, N. H. — The chief difference between a 
really artistic portrait and a mechanicallj- perfect photo- 
graph, is much the same as that between a draughts- 
man's " front elevation " of a house and a competent ar- 
tist's perspective drawing of it, — the one gives the form 
and outlines correctly enough, but looks stift and artifi- 
cial ; the other shows the building as it actually appears 
to the ej-e, the effects of light, shade, etc., being faith- 
fully represented. Artistic portraits — photographic and 
otherwise — are none too common, for despite the remark- 
able progress made in photography of late years, the 
majority of so-called portraits are so only in name, for a 
genuine portrait is a " counterfeit presentment " of the 
individual, and not one photographer in ten is capable 
of producing such an article. An honorable exception 
must be made, however, in favor of Mr. A. C. Austin, of 
this city, for the portraits, both photographic and 
crayon, produced at the Austin Studio, No. IG Factory 
Street, are worthy of unstinted praise, not only on ac- 
count of their mechanical excellence, but also because of 
the careful management of accessories which they dis- 
play, graceful posing and artistic lighting being char- 
acteristics of all of them, while as regards fineness of 
finish they have no superiors and but few equals. This 
is high praise no doubt, but it is warranted by the facts, 
and will be cheerfully endorsed by all competent judges 
who have examined the portraits in question. Mr. Aus- 
tin is a native of California, has carried on his present 
studio since 1885, and has recently established a branch 
studio in Bellows Falls, Vt. He gives special attention 
to crayon portraits and to pictures of children, as also 
framing, which is a part of his business, and is very rea- 
sonable in his prices, while the employment of five as- 
sistants enables all orders to be filled at short notice. 

Keely & Field, Livery, Hack and Undertaking; 
Connected by Telephone; Rear of McQuesten's Block, 
Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — The gentlemen, whose 
card we print above, are, doubtless, well-known to a 
large portion of our readers, as they make a specialty of 
hacking and undertaking, and have a good variety of 
open and closed carriages, and also keep a full supply 
of funeral goods constantly on hand. The duties of an 
undertaker are diflicult and irksome at the best, and the 
citizens of Nashua have reasons to congratulate them- 
selves on the high average character and merit of the 
gentlemen carrying on this pursuit in this city. When 
the standard of excellence is so high, perhaps it is not 
just the proper course to make comparisons, and, indeed, 
we have no intentions of doing so, but forall that we can- 
not forbear calling attention to the establishment con- 
ducted by Messrs. Keely & Field, on Main Street, rear of 
McQuesten's block, for this is one of the best-.appoiuted 
and' best-managed in the city, and fully deserves the 
general appreciation it has met with. These gentlemen 
established the hack and livery business in 1889, and the 
following year the undertaking business was added, and 
they at once showed their fitness for the task they had 
chosen. Twelve horses are kept for the several uses of 
their business. Messrs. Keely & Field carry on all 
branches of undertaking, such as funeral directing, fur- 
nishing and embalming, and everything pertaining to 
the management of funerals. Three polite and eflicieut 
assistants are employed, and in addition to the branches 
of business already alluded to, they deal in coftins, cas- 
kets, and grave clothes of all kinds. All orders are 
promptly answered, and telephone connection may be 
had witli their establishment. All the many details, in- 
cidental to the carrying on of an establishment of this 
nature, are attended to without fail, while the charges 
made will be found moderate in every particular. Both 
Messrs. Keely & Field are well-known throughout this 
community. Mr. Keely is a director and treasurer of 
the Nashua Co-operative Foundry. 



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Miss H. CusBon & Co., Fashionable Millinery and 
Fancy Goods, a full line of Infants' Wear, corner Main 
and Factory Streets, No. 5, Factory Street, Nashua, N. 
H. — As there is no portion of the costume more conspic- 
uous, so there is none that exerts a greater influence 
over the entire appearance than does the hat or bonnet 
which may be worn, and every lady should use care in 
selecting this part of her apparel, for in no other, is a 
proper mdividuality more pleasing and eflective. In 
order to learn what is best suited to one"s personal 
needs there is no other way equal to visiting an estab- 
lishment where a complete variety of the latest fashion- 
able productions in the millinery line are kept in stock, 
and there inspecting the different shapes and combina- 
tions. It is important of course to know that the styles 
on exhibition are such as are worn in the best society, 
and the only way to make "assurance double sure" on 
this point is to patronize a house of leading reputation, 
and there is no similar establishment of which this may 
be more truly said than that conducted by Mi=8 H. Cus- 
son & Co. The individual members of this firm are Miss 
II. Cusson, a native of Troy, N. Y., and Miss Anna Phan- 
euf of Canada. They established their business in 1885 
atBiddeford, Me., and since 1S86 have been located in 
Nashua, at the corner of Main and Factory Streets. This 
firm is now held in the highest estimation by the ladies of 
this city, for they have found that the goods supplied 
are reliable and first-class, while the prices are uniform- 
ly reasonable. Both trimmed and untrimnied hats and 
bonnets are handled, and custom work is done at short 
notice in the most tasteful and artistic manner. A full 
line of infants' wear and fancy goods is carried, and no 
greater inducements are attainable elsewhere than are 
ofl'ered here in this special department. 

J. D. Bickford & Co., Dealers in Paints, Oils, Wall- 
Papers, also House, Sign and Ornamental Painters and 
Paper-Hangers, No. 9 Lowell Street, Nashua, N. H. — 
Everybody knows how much well-painted houses and 
signs add to the appearance of any city or town, and it 
is a safe rule to judge of the prosperity and intelligence 
of a community by the degree of care exercised in keep- 
ing its buildings up to the standard. Intelligent people 
know that paint is at least as useful as it is ornamental, es- 
pecially in our New England climate, and that the surest 
way to keep a house in sound condition is to see that its 
woodwork is well protected by paint at all times. In 
this connection, we may fittingly call attention to the 
facilities possessed by Messrs. J. D. Bickford it Co., for 
the execution of all orders for house, sign and ornamental 
painting of all kinds, also paper hanging, for such work 
is done the most cheaply, where it is done the most 
skillfully, and the results attained by Messrs. Bickford 
&Co., will bear the closest examination, and the most 
severe comparison with the work of any competent 
painter, for they use good stock, spare no pains to ap- 
ply it to the best advantage, and make no exhorbitant 
charges, their terms being as low as is consistent with 
the methods employed. The ])remise8 utilized are locat- 
ed on Lowell Street, and contain a large and varied 
stock of paints, oils and wall papers. This firm are also 
agents for Longman it Martinez Pure Prepared Paints. 
Orders will be filled at short notice, and we have no 
hesitation in assuring complete satisfaction to all who 
may avail themselves of their services, both as regards 
the quality of the work, and the cost and quality of the 
goods dealt in. 



J. W. Clark, Dealer in West India Goods and Gro- 
ceries of a Superior Quality ; Choice Brands of Tobaccos 
and Cigars, No. 23.5 Main Street, Spaulding's Block, 
Nashua, N. II. — An old-established and very widely 
known grocery business is that carried on by Mr. J. W. 
(lark, at No. 2.'i.''i Main Street, Spaulding's block, it hav- 
ing been founded many years ago, and passing under the 
control of the presentproprietor in 1877. Mr. Clark is 



a native of Auburn, N. H., and has a large circle o 
friends in Nashua and vicinity, his straightforward and 
energetic business methods commending him to all who 
appreciate an honorable and legitimate policy. He deals 
in West India goods and groceries of a superior quality, 
making no sensational announcements and no absurd 
claims, but striving to give every customer, large or 
small, full value for money received. Mr. Clark enjoys 
very favorable relations with producers and wholesalers, 
and is in a position to quote as low rates as any dealer 
in strictly dependable goods, while the magnitude and 
variety of his stock enable him to fill orders without de- 
lay, and to suit the most diverse tastes. The store is 
20 X 75 feet in dimensions, and is very conveniently fit- 
ted up. Choice brands of tobaccos and cigars are on 
hand at all thnes, while the assortment of pure teas and 
cofiees is not surpassed in this city ; and a full line of 
superior canned goods is constantly carried. Employ- 
ment is given two efiicient assistants, and uniform court- 
esy is assured to every caller. 

John Osborn, Manufacturer of and Dealer in French 
and American Confectionery ; Also, Dealer in Foreign 
and Domestic Cigars, Fancy Goods and Toys, No. 11 
Factory Street, Nashua, N.'lL— One of the oldest estab- 
lished enterprises of tlie kind in this section of the state 
is that conducted by Mr. John Osborn, at No. 11 Factory 
Street, it having been inaugurated in 1834, and success- 
fully continued ever since. Mr. Osborn was born in 
Quincy, Mass., but has become thoroughly identified 
with Nashua's interests, and is almost universally known 
here, both in social and in business circles, having served 
as Councilman and also as Alderman. He is a manufac- 
turer of and dealer in French and American confection- 
ery, utilizing premises measuring 20 x 00 feet, exclusive 
of a spacious store-room, and being prepared to fin either 
large or small orders at short notice, for both a whole- 
sale and retail business is done, and pure confectionery 
can be furnished in quantities to suit at the lowest mar- 
ket rates. Mr. Osborn also deals in foreign and domes- 
tic cigars, fancy goods and toys, and oftiers an assort- 
ment which will well repa}' careful inspection, for it has 
been very skilfully selected, and is sufficiently varied to 
admit of all tastes and all purses being suited. Some of 
the latest novelties in fancy goods are represented, and 
smokers will find that the cigars are not only excellent 
in flavor, but remarkably low in price. 

Mrs. A. J. Gustin, Restaurant. No. 243 Main Street, 
Nashua, N. H. — We do not know why such should be the 
case, but it is an undeniable fact that a really desirable 
restaurant is the hardest establishment of all "to find in 
our cities. This statement does not apply to Nashua alone, 
it is equally true of every community of any size, and 
Boston and New York are prominent cases in point. 
Not but what there are restaurants enough, — in some 
cities the field is absurdly crowded, and it is in just such 
places that the scarcity referred to is most noticeble. A 
really desirable restaurant is where the bill of fare is 
varied, the food is of good quality and is excellently 
cooked ; where the service is reasonably prompt and the 
prices are within the means of others besides million- 
aires. How many such establishments can Nashua show? 
Very few ; and one of the best of them is that conducted 
by Mrs. A. .J. Gustin, at No. 243 Main Street. This lady 
is a native of South Troy, Vt., and has been identified 
with her present enterprise only since 1SS9, but she has 
already greatly added to its popularity, and is evidently 
destined to build up a very extensive trade if present 
methods are continued. The restaurant is intended for 
the accommodation of the people, and the service ofl'ered 
is arranged accordingly, the tables being supplied with an 
abundant variety of seasonable and well-cooked food, and 
patrons having their orders filled with ver}' little delay. 
Seventy-six guests can be seated at one time, and suflici- 
ent assistance is employed to ensure satisfactory results. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 




The Crosby Invalid Furniture Co., Manufactur- 
ers of the Crosb}- Invalid Bed; H. H. Reed, President; 
G. W. AVhittemore, Manager and Treasurer; Xos. 46 and 
■48 Lowell Street, Nashua, N. H. — Those who appreciate 
how much the speedy recovery of a patient depends 
upon keeping him as comfortable as possible in mind 
and body, do not need to be told of the advantages of a 
bed wliich is so constructed as to allow the body of the 
occupant to be quickly and easily supported at any de- 
sired angle, and the bed clothing to be changed or made 
up without any disturbance or necessity of unusual 
exertion on the part of either the patient or the attend- 
ants ; while the supports may be so adjusted as to admit 
of reading or even writing, and the irksomeness and bad 
effects of a loug-coutinued prostrate position may thus 
be entirely avoided. Such a bed is valuable in all ill- 
nesses, but particularly in cases of fracture or disloca- 




tion, and the reader, who has followed us so far, will 
not be surprised to learn that the one we have in mind 
is the invention of a successful practising physician. Dr. 
Josiah Crosby, for none but one practically acquainted 
with all the facts to be considered in the designing of 
a thoroughly satisfactory invalid bed, could have de- 
vised one so perfect as the article in question. Invalid 
beds and invalid furniture in general are quite common 
in the market, but the great majority of them are too 
complicated to be successfully used by unskilled hands, 
and their liability to get out of order, together with 
their high cost, renders them of but little or no practi- 
cal service. Not the least of the merits of the Crosby 
invalid bed is its exceeding simplicity, and when we 
add that it is carefully and strongly constructed of the 
best materials, it goes without saying that it is as dur- 
able as it is efficient. This bed is manufactured by the 
Crosby Invalid Furniture Company, who occupy an en- 
tire three-story brick building, 40 x 80 feet in dimen- 
sions, and located at Nos. 40 and 48 Lowell Street. This 



company was incorporated 
in 1880, with a capital of 
$20,000, and its efforts to 
improve the quality and 
widen the popularity of the 
Crosby invalid bed have al- 
ready borne gratifying fruit, 
the business having been 
materially developed. Mr. 
H. H. Reed is president of 
the company, and Mr. G. 
W. Whittemore manager and 
treasurer, these gentlemen 
giving close personal super- 
vision to affairs, and keeping 
the plant up to the highest 
standard of excellence; thus 
enabling all orders to be 
promptly and satisfactorily 
filled, and every bed to be 
fully guaranteed to jirove 
just as represented. A very 
■^important department of the 
^business is the making to 
^^j order of elegant side-boards, 
=~i" book-cases, mantels, etc., 
and the supplying of supe- 
rior house finish in quartered 
oak, ash, cherry and mahogany. Mouldings, brack- 
ets, window and door frames, stairs, newels, balusters 
and rails are also extensively manufactured ; while jig- 
sawing, turning and planing are done to order in first- 
class style at short notice. The company kiln-dry all 
the stock they use, and are prepared to meet all honor- 
able competition, both as regards quality of work and 
the prices quoted on the same. 



John N. Barr & Co., Dealers in Flour. Grain and 
Feed, Nos. 48 and 50 Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — Flour 
is so perfectlj' familiar a commodity that we are not ac- 
customed to give it any particular thought, save in 
times of comparative scarcity or when the price of it has 
suddenly been raised, and, although we all know that 
" bread is the staff of life," and are, of course, aware 
that the consumption of its principal ingredient is some- 
thing tremendous, still it is only when a visit is made to 
some such establishment as that conducted by Messrs. 
John N. Barr & Co., at Nos. 48 and 50 Main Street, that 
we realize how great the demand is for flour in Nashua 
and vicinity alone. The firm in question do a very ex- 
tensive business in flour, grain and feed, catering to 
wholesale trade, and carrying a very heavy stock ; their 
supply of flour alone sometimes amounting to two thou- 
sand barrels in store, to say nothing about what they 
have in transit and at lake ports, as they are the mil- 
lers agents for New Hampshire for the celebrated Col- 
umbia Mills Co.'s flours of Minneapolis, Minn. Ade- 
quate storage capacity is available, and the concern are 
always in a position to fill the heaviest orders at short 
notice. The partners are Messrs. John N. Barr and E. 
F. Knight, the former being a native of Bedford, N. H., 
and the latter of Norway, Maine, and both he and Mr. 
Knight are widely and favorably known in business and 
social circles. The enterprise, with which they are 
identified, was inaugurated in 1874, and has steadily de- 
veloped until it has become one of the most important of 
the kind in this portion of the state. The firm handle 
goods of standard quality, and quote the lowest market 
rates at all times. A comparatively new and very promis- 
ing department of the business is the handling of German I 
peat moss, which is coming into general use for stable ■ 
bedding, and is highly commended by all who have "| 
given it practical trial. 



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Sanborn & Morse. Dealers in Groceries and Provis- 
ions, Crockery, Glass, Tinware, etc., East Hollis Street, 
Nashua, X. li. — What may be properly described as a 
"family supply store" is that carried ou by Messrs. San- 
born & Morse on East Hollis Street, for this establish- 
ment is one of the most complete of the kind to be found 
in the city and is a deserved favorite among tliose famil- 
iar with the many facilities it otters to purchasers of 
household supplies. The enterprise was inaugurated 
some years ago, but had been under the control of the 
existing firm since ISS'.i, they at that time succeeding 
Messrs. Knights & Sanborn. The partners are Messrs. 
D. W. Sanborn and H. L. Morse, the former being a 
native of Pennacook, X. H., and the latter of Newport, 
Vt. Boththese gentlemen give close personal attention 
to the wants of customers, and as employment is all'ord- 
ed to two assistants it is not surprising that the exten- 
sive business should be promptly and accurately hand- 
led. The firm deal in groceries, meats, crockery, glass and 
tinware, etc., at retail, and handle country produce, such 
as butter, cheese, eggs and potatoes, both at wholesale 
and retail, being in a position to supply these commodit- 
ies in any desired quantitj' and to quote positively bot- 
tom rates to both wholesale and retail buyers. The 
premises occupied have an area of about 1200 feet and 
afford ample opportunity for the carrying of a large and 
complete stock, comprising all the goods mentioned, 
together with others of minor importance. Messrs. 
Sanborn & Morse guarantee every article they sell to 
prove strictly as represented, and the steady increase of 
their trade shows that their honorable and enterprising 
methods are apjjreciated. 

Anna L. Melendy, Teacher of Instrumental Music, 
213 Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — That a person may be 
a most execrable musician and at the same time an ex- 
cellent teacher of music, may seem to be a paradox to 
such cf our readers as have never given the matter spec- 
ial thought ; but it is as true in the teaching of music as in 
that of arithmetic or language, that personal mastery of 
the subject does not necessarily involve the capacity to 
make its details plain to others. Of late years this fact has 
come to be generally appreciated, and the result is that 
teaching has been elevated to the dignity of a profession, 
being no longer considered a merely mechanical occu- 
pation which might be successfully followed by any- 
one having tlie necessary technical knowledge. The 
born teacher never loses interest in even the primary 
principles of the art he or she may teach, and it is this 
exhibition of interest, — this ever fresh enthusiasm — 
which inspires the most unresponsive pupils to exert 
themselves, and which wins complete success in many 
a case which would otherwise have resulted in utter 
failure. Those who are at all conversant with the 
methods followed by Miss Anna L. Melendy, need not 
be reminded how noticeable is the interest she takes in 
the progress of each of her pupils, and it is hardly 
necessary to add that this keen and genuine personal in- 
terest has had much to do with the exceptional success 
this lady has met with since beginning operations in 
Nashua in 1884. Miss Melendy is a native of Milford, 
N. H., and is very widely known in musical and in social 
circles. She has taken the Associate Degree in the 
American College of Musicians, and was Vice-President 
of the Musical Teachers Nattonal Association, during 
the years 1888-1). Miss Melendy is at present a member 
of the executive and of the programme committee of the 
New Hampshire Music Teachers Association. She is 
considered by high authority to be one of the most thor- 
oughly competent and successful teachers of instru- 
mental music in New Hampsliire, audtlie record she has 
made right here in Nashua, proves that judgment to be 
thoroughly well founded. She has a lar;je class in this 
city and has also established a class m Boston. Her 
Nashua rooms are located at No. 213 Main Street, 
where full information concerning hours of tuition, 
terms, etc., will cheerfully be given upon application. 



Laton House, Lorenzo Chase, Proprietor; Rates. 
$2.00 Per Day; Railroad Square, Nashua, N. H.— If 
there be any members of the community who are partic- 
ularly well-posted concerning the hotel accommodations 
of the country, they must be sought among commercial 
travellers, for these energetic individuals pass the greater 
portion of their time " on the road," and thus have prac- 
tical experience with every variety of i)ublic house to be 
found in the union. It would be strange did they not 
gather manj' valuable hints concerning hotel manage- 
ment, both from personal observation and from hearing 
the criticisms and eulogies of their fellow travellers. 
Therefore, it follows that a former member of the frater- 
nity, having the requisite facilities and ability, ought to 
be in a position to conduct a hotel which would "fill the 
bill " in every particular, and this being the case, it is 
not surprising that since Mr. Lorenzo Chase became the 
proprietor of the Laton House, in 1889, that hostelry 
should have rapidly and steadily gained in popularity 
and patronage, for Mr. Chase, (^who is a native of New 
York State), was formerly "on the road" for Kibbe 
Brothers & Co., of Springfield, Mass., and thus " knows 
how it is himself," and is in a position to cater intelli- 
gently to the wants of the travelling public. The Laton 
House is very conveniently located, in Railroad Square, 
and contains forty-two good-sized, light and airy guest- 
rooms. The hotel is very comfortably furnished, is well- 
equipped with modern conveniences, and, in short, is a 
most desirable place to put up at for either a long or 
short period. Employment is given to twenty assistants, 
and the premises are kept in first-class condition, while 
the service is prompt and courteous at all times. Mr. 
Chase believes in feeding his guests well, and the table 
is most bountifully provided for, a complete variety of 
seasonable food being furnished, so that .all tastes can be 
suited and the most vigorous appetite satisfied. The 
rates of the house are but $2.00 per day, and those who 
know where to find equal accommodations for the same 
money may congratulate themselves on having informa- 
tion which no one whom we are acquainted with pos- 
sesses. Mr. Chase has remodelled and thoroughly reno- 
vated the Laton House, it having been newly papered 
and white-washed and steam heat added, making it one 
of the most comfortable and home-like hotels to be 
found anywhere. Try the Laton House once, and you 
will be apt to come again. 

Geo. E. Bagley & Co., Fine Job Printing, Station- 
ery and Picture Frames, No. 64 Main Street, Nashua, N. 
H. — Printer's ink is one of the most eflicient allies anj' 
business man can have, but like all other aids, it must 
be judiciously employed in order to get the best possible 
effects. While a neatly gotten-up card or circular com- 
mends by its appearance alone the firm issuing it, a 
cheap and slovenly looking article does more harm than 
good, for reasons which are too obvious to require men- 
tion. The moral is plain — make liberal use of printer's 
ink, but use such judgment in placing your orders as to 
assure the attainment of thoroughly satisfactory results. 
Job printing has reached a high stage of perfection, and 
work must be exceptionally well done in order to excite 
favorable comment, but there is a very easy way to be 
sure of getting results equal to the best, and that is to 
place your orders with Messrs George E. Bagley & Co., 
doing business at No. G4 Main Street. This old-estab- 
lished firm make a specialty of fine job printing, and are 
prepared to guarantee satisfaction to their customers, 
and to execute all commissions at short notice and at 
reasonable rates. They utilize premises having about 
two thousand feet of lloor sp.ace, and deal extensively in 
stationery of all descriptions, offering a fine assortment 
to choose from, and quoting bottom prices on every 
style they handle. Picture frames are also largely dealt 
in and made on the premises, the latest novelties being 
shown, and any desired kind or size being made to order 
at short notice. Employment is given to five assistants, 
and callers are assured immediate and polite attention. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



Kimball & Co., Dealers in Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Wraps, Shawls, Cloaks, Fans, etc., Xoyes" Block. Main 
Street, Nashua. X. H.— An establishment, which stands 
very high in the estimation ot the residents of Nashua 
and vicinity, particularly those who are numbered among 
the fair sex, is that now conducted under the tirm-name 
of Kimball & Co., and located in Noyes' block. Main 
Street. This establishment was originally started in 
1835, by Merrill «fc Kimball, who were succeeded in 1851 
by A. & F. F. Kimball. In 18G8, Mr. F. F. Kimball as- 
sumed entire control of the business, and conducted it 
alone until 187S, when the present firm of Kimball & Co. 
was formed. The premises are 20 by 90 feet in dimen- 
sions, and contain a stock of dry and fancy goods, wraps, 
shawls, cloaks, silks, dress goods, etc., which would not 
suffer by comparison with that offered at many establish- 
ments making great pretentions to enterprise and mag- 
nitude of its dealings. Ladies, who wish to examine the 
very latest and most correct novelties in this line, know 
well that time and trouble can be saved by going direct- 
ly to this popular store. The stock is given close and 
painstaking attention, and will be found to be complete 
in every detail. Low prices rule, for the maxim, " quick 
sales and small profits," is fully carried out, the result 
being that the assortment is constantly in process of re- 
newal, and is composed exclusively of fresh and season- 
able goods. Employment is given to seven well-informed 
assistants. The trade is both wholesale and retail in 
character, and every caller may depend upon receiving 
immediate and courteous attention, goods being cheer- 
fully shown on application. 

Quiney A. Woodward, Dealer in Carriages and 
Sleighs, Lowell Street, Near Railroad Square, Nashua, 
N. H. — If everybody who has occasion to purchase a 
carriage could only be brought to realize that it is for his 
interest to get a good one, the occupation of the " cheap "' 
carriage builder would be gone forever, and the market 
would no longer be tilled with vehicles having little be- 
sides shiny paint and varnish to recommend them. We 
do not advocate patronizing the manufacturers who 
charge fancy prices for everything they put their name 
to, but believe in avoiding both extremes, and one of the 
most satisfactory ways to accomplish this is to place 
your order with Mr. Quiney A. W^oodward, for he is an 
extensive wholesale and retail dealer in carriages and 
sleighs; his vehicles are uniformly reliable, and his 
prices are " right " in every instance. Mr. Woodward 
was born in Tyngsboro, Mass., and has carried on his 
present establishment since 1888. He was chief engineer 
for four years, served on the Board of Aldermen one 
year, and is almost universally known throughout 
Nashua and vicinity. Ills place of business is located 
on Lowell Street, near Railroad Square, and comprises 
two floors of the respective dimensions of 60 x 40 and 
60 X 20 feet ; thus affording an area of thirty-six hundred 
square feet, and giving abundant opportunity for the 
carrying of a heavy stock of carriages, sleighs, etc. Mr. 
Woodward sells his vehicles strictly on their merits, 
fully guaranteeing each and every one of them to prove 
precisely as represented. He carries a varied and stylish 
assortment, and can fill orders without delay, and give 
as full value for money received as any dealer in the 
state. In addition to the above, Mr. Woodward carries 
on carriage and sign painting. The person who said that 
" painting can be divided into two kinds — good and bad " 
—had a correct idea of the subject, for painting— and es- 
pecially carriage and sign painting— that is not first-class 
is simply bad, there being no intermediate grade. It is, 
therefore, worth while to use some judgment in the plac- 
ing of orders for such work, and as all of our readers 
may not know where the best results are to be obtained, 
we take pleasure in calling to their attention the facili- 
ties possessed by Mr. Woodward, for he is prepared to 
do carriage and sign painting to order at very short no- 
tice and at moderate rates, and warrant all work to give 



complete satisfaction. Mr. Woodward established his 
business here several years ago, and employs Mr. M. 
C. Mullen as manager. This gentleman gives close per- 
sonal attention to orders, sparing no pains to maintain 
and even add to the high reputation already won. The 
premises made use of are located on Lowell Street, and 
are ten thousand feet in dimensions, and are equipped 
with all necessary facilities. Ten competent assistants 
are employed, and as carefully selected stock is used ; 
the work turned out will prove as durable as it is neat, 
and first-class in every respect. 

J. B. Parker, Attorney and Counsellor at Law, Also, 
Real Estate and Insurance Agent, I>aton"s Block, 
Nashua, N. H. — One of the most active and best-known 
of those who are engaged in developing the resources of 
Nashua and vicinity is Mr. J. B. Parker, who is a native 
of Hollis, N. H., and is an attorney and counsellor at 
law by profession. Mr. Parker is deeply interested in 
real estate matters, being one of the leading agents for 
such property in town, and being publisher and proprie- 
tor of the Real Estate Journal, a monthly publication, 
having a circulation of one thousand copies, and being 
accepted as authority on the subject of which it treats. 
For certain kinds of advertising, there is no more desir- 
able medium in the state, and as the advantages it offers 
in this connection are generally appreciated, and the 
rates are moderate, an extensive patronage is the inevita- 
ble result. Those wishing to buy, sell, exchange or rent 
real estate, or, indeed, to get dependable information of 
any kind concerning real estate matters, may save time 
and trouble by giving Mr. Parker a call, as he makes it 
a rule to keep thoroughly well-posted, and always has 
a variety of desirable property on his books. He is also 
prepared to effect insurance to any desired amount in 
thoroughly reliable companies, andean write policies on 
the most favorable terms that can be made in connection 
with insurance worthy of the name. His office is con- 
veniently located in Latou's block, and callers are as- 
sured immediate and careful attention. 

C. E. Batchelder, Carriage Manufacturer, Wheel- 
wright and Blacksmith ; Manufacturing of Carts, Farm 
and Democrat Wagons; Particular Attention P.aid to 
Carriage Repairing and Horse Shoeing; Telephone Con- 
nection, 7.5-2; Corner of Lowell and Clinton Streets, 
Nashua, N. H. — The chances are that a great m.any own- 
ers and users of carriages and wagons are included 
among our readers, and the establishment carried on by 
Mr. C. E. Batchelder, at the corner of Lowell and Clin- 
ton Streets, is of especial interest to this class, for Mr. 
Batchelder is a carriage manufacturer, wheelwright and 
blacksmith, and has the most improved facilities at hand 
for the manufacture of carts, farm and democrat wagons, 
and the doing of carri.age repairing and horse-shoeing. 
He is a native of Warren, N. IL, and has been identified 
with his present enterprise since 188'j. The premises 
m.ade use of include a blacksmith shop of the dimensions 
of 80 X 70 feet, and a wood-working shop measuring 
20 X 24 feet, both being very completely fitted-up, and 
employment being given to from six to seven experi- 
enced assistants, so that orders can be filled at short no- 
tice, — a point that will be especially appreciated by those 
who want a carriage or a wagon repaired, and cannot af- 
ford to be long deprived of the use of it. The work done 
here is dependable in the full sense of the word, for se- 
lected material is used, and the workmanship is first- 
class throughout. Everything considered, the prices 
quoted by Mr. Batchelder will compare very favorably 
with those named elsewhere, and it is well to bear in 
mind that he warrants his work in every particular. 
Horse shoeing is done in accordance with the most ap- 
proved methods, and those who find it diSicult to get 
their horses shod in a satisfactory manner, would do 
well to make Mr. Batchelder a call. 



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George E. Heath, Dealer in Coal, Hay and Straw; 
Telephone, Xo. 113-4 ; Order Slate at A. E. Gay's, No. 
C2 Main Street, Near the Bridge ; Ofiice and Residence, 
47 Temple Street; Yard, Corner Bowers Street and Har- 
bor Avenue, Nashua, N. H. — There are very few dealers 
in coal in Nashua and vicinity having better facilities 
than those controlled by Mr. George E. Heath, and con- 
sequently there are few concerns in a position to offer 
more decided inducements to customers. The business, 
now carried on by Mr. Heath, was founded by him fif- 
teen years ago. He is a native of Bow, N. H. He served 
three and a half years in the army during our late civil 
war and was promoted to captain, and has been con- 
nected with the official government of Nathua as Cbun- 
cilman. Mr. Heath's office is located at his residence. 
No. 47 Temple Street, an extensive yard being main- 
tained at the corner of Bowers Street and Harbor Ave- 
nue. This yard is provided with storage facilities for 
two thousand tons of coal, and a very large stock of all 
the standard varieties being constantly carried, as well 
as a large stock of hay and straw, and large or small 
lots can be supplied at short notice and at positively the 
lowest market rates. Employment is given to four as- 
sistants, and the methods used in the delivery of orders 
are so complete and extensive that the large retail busi- 
ness done is easily handled. Those who have been seri- 
ously inconvenienced in the past by dealers neglecting 
to deliver coal when promised, should place atrial order 
with Mr. Heath, for as we have stated, his facilities are 
exceptionally large, and every effort is made to ensure 
against delays and mistakes. 

G. A. Wason & Son, Successors to Alford Fisher, 
Manufacturers of Fisher's Pumps, No. 42 Chestnut 
Street, Nashua, N. H. — The business, conducted by 
Messrs. G. A. Wason & Son, was founded about a score 
of years ago by Alford Fisher, whom the present firm 
succeeded in 1889. The original proprietor was the 
manufacturer of "Fisher's pumps," conceded to be un- 
surpassed by any similar apparatus ever put on the mar- 
ket, and this manufacture is continued by Messrs. G. A. 
Wason & Son, who propose to fully maintain the envia- 
ble reputation the pumps have long helcj for thorough- 
ness of construction, as well as efficiency of design. The 
premises utilized are located at No. 42 Chestnut Street, 
and comprise two floors of the dimensions of 20 x 50 
feet, being fitted up with a complete plant of improved 
wood-working machinery, enabling sawing, turning, and 
all kinds of shop jobbing to be done in a superior manner, 
at short notice, and at moderate rates. The manufacture 
of house brackets, window frames, boxes, fences, etc., 
is quite extensively carried on, and sufficient assistance 
is employed to enable orders to be filled at reasonably 
short notice. Messrs. George A. and Edward H. Wason 
are both natives of New Boston, N. H., and are thor- 
oughly familiar with their present line of business. It is 
well that so old-established an enterprise should have 
passed into such competent and responsible hands, and 
we believe it is bound to develop largely under its pres- 
ent management. 

M. C. Marshall, Dealer in Choice Groceries, Tea 
Coffee and Spices, No. 12 Orange Street, Nashua, N. H. 
— An accomodating spirit and a determination to do the 
fair thing in every transaction are powerful aids to suc- 
cess in every business enterprise, and they have not 
failed to exercise their usual eflect in the case of Mr. M. 
C. Marshall, who began operations in Nashua in 1888, 
having, at that date, succeeded Mr. A. G. Blow. At his 
store. No. 12 Orange Street, Mr. Marshall carries on a 
thriving retail trade in choice groceries, tea, coffee and 
spices, and has many regular customers, who have test- 
ed, by long experience, the genuineness of the bargains, 
and the uniform excellence of the goods he has to 
offer. He is a native of Nashua, and is widely known in 
the community as an enterprising and reputable mer- 



chant, who neglects no honorable means to extend his 
business operations. Mr. Marshall claims to have one of 
the best stocks of groceries in Nashua, and certainly the 
assortment he exhibits of these goods is admirable, not 
only for its completeness, but also for the standard char- 
acter of the articles composing it. The premises util- 
ized are two thousand square feet in dimensions, and ev- 
erything is so arranged as to permit of the prompt and 
accurate filling of all orders, and those who want supe- 
rior goods at low prices should certainly patronize the 
establishment conducted by Mr. M. C. Marshall, at No. 
12 Orange Street. 

Daudelin & Langelier, Manufacturers of all kinds 
of Granite Work, monuments, tablets, headstones ; Of- 
fice and Yard, No. 69 We:t HoUis Street, Nashua, N. H. 
— Every careful observer must have noticed that granite 
is coming into more general use every day, displacing in 
many instances more showy but less durable stones, 
prominent among which may be mentioned marble. Not 
such a great many years ago, marble was in high favor 
for building purposes among those who could afford it, 
but its use has greatly diminished, and the same thing 
may be said concerning its utilization for monumental 
and general cemetery purposes. Granite is unquestion- 
ably the coming stone, and its adoption is bound to be 
greatly aided by the operation of the enterprise con- 
ducted by Messrs. Daudelin & Langelier, on West HoUis 
Street, for these gentlemen carry on extensive and well- 
equipped granite works, and are prepared not only to 
fill orders promptly, but to quote remarkably low fig- 
ures on strictly first-class work. Such results as are at- 
tained by this firm are not to be understood or appreci- 
ated by any mere verbal description, and, therefore, we 
trust that such of our readers as are interested will 
visit the works in person and see for themselves. The 
firm will be glad to give any information desired, and 
are prepared to figure very closely on all plans, etc., 
submitted, and to guarantee absolute satisfaction to 
their customers. 

Arthur E. Gay, Steam Gas and Water Fitter, also 
Dealer iu Wrought Iron Steam, Gas and Water Pipe and! 
Fittings, Brass and Iron Valves, Steam Coils, Radiators, 
etc.. Pumps and Injectors, Boiler Fittings, Steam and 
Hot Water Heating Apparatus. Heating of Public Build- 
ings and Private Residences a specialty. No. G2 Main 
Street, Nashua, N. H. — The enterprise now carried on. 
by Mr. Arthur E. Gay was inaugurated about 30 yeara 
ago by Mr. J. A. Devereaux, the firm-name becoming J. 
A. Devereaux & Co., in 1872, and the present proprietor 
assuming sole control in 1877. He is a native of this city 
and is widely known throughout this vicinity. Mr. Gay 
is a steam, gas and water fitter, and is prepared to put 
in steam or hot water heating apparatus, electric bell 
and gas lighting work and supplies, in either public or 
private buildings, and to guarantee that it will accomp- 
lish all that was claimed of it. He is the inventor of the 
"Perfection"' hot water heater, which is all that its name 
implies and never fails to give complete satisfaction 
when properly set up and reasonably well managed. 
Plumbing iu all its branches is also promptly executed 
at moderate rates, and all necessary materials will be 
furnished at the lowest market rates. Gas-fitting is an 
important department of the business, and gas stoves 
and gas fixtures of the latest improTed designs will be 
supplied at bottom prices. Mr. Gay deals ui wrought 
iron steam, gas and water pipe and fittings, brass and 
iron valves, pumps and injectors, boiler fittings, steam 
coils, radiators, etc., being in a position to furnish the 
same in quantities to suit at very short notice. Buckeye 
force pumps and wind engines are supplied at manufac- 
turer's prices and will be set'Up if desired, in a thorough 
and workmanlike manner. The premises occupied are 
located at No. 62 Main Street, and have an area of about 
3,000 square feet. 



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Hon. Charles H. Burke, Mayor, City of Nashua. 

This city is fortuuate in having for its chief magistrate 
.1 gentleman who combines tlie qualities which bring 
success to a man in his private business with those of 
marked executive ability in public matters — and such a 
man is Charles H. Burke. 

A native of Milford, when but a child his parents re- 
moved to this city, which he has since made his home. 
On attaining his majority he was given an interest in the 
bakery business of his father, and since the latter's 
death, in 1SS3 has been its sole proprietor, developing 
and improving it until now it is second to none in the 
state for equipment of appliances or in quality -and 
quantit}- of goods manufactured. The most improved 
machiuerj- has been introduced, upwards of GO barrels of 
flour are used each week, and at present there is not a 
citj' or town witliin a radius of dO miles that is not sup- 
plied by his teams, of which six are in constant use, and 
on which and in liis bakery 18 people find employment. 
The best of stock is used and the specialties made in- 
clude a fine grade of 03'ster crackers, superior wedding 
cake, cream bread and rolls, confectionery and roasted 
peanuts for wholesale trade. The plant fronts on 
Mulberry street, covering a large space, is well arranged 
througiiout and altogether is a model bakery, a benefit 
to the city, a remunerative success and a credit to the 
man whose energy and enterprise have developed its 
success to the present magnificent proportions and made 
it the leading bakery in the state. 

Aside from his private business he is deeply interested 
in Nashua's welfare and the promotion of lier diflerent 
industries ; is president of the Nashua boot and slioe 
manufacturing company and a large holder of its stock; 
was a prominent mover in the Nashua street railway ; a 
director in the Second National Bank, a leading member 
of the board of trade and is connected with many cor- 
porations and associations in various capacities. 

He is a member of many of the social and fraternal 
orders, has been an earnest advocate of a home for the 
masonic craft in Nashua, and is one of the largest stock- 
holders in the masonic temple now being erected. 

Well informed in municipal and state affairs, since 
coming to manhood he has ever evinced a keen interest 
in public matters. He w as a member of the city council 



in 1874, represented his ward in the state Legislature of 
'76, and made a most creditable record as collector of 
taxes in 1S78. In the fall of "88 he was elected the 
standard-bearer of his party in the municipal contest, 
defeating his opponent, and since liis inauguration as 
mayor in January last the same business acumen wiiich 
led to success in his private career has been manifested 
in the city's aft'airs. Prudent, but progressive, lie has 
ever been alert to further every needed improvement. 
Through his efforts the location was placed and the 
soldiers' monument erected, as was also the building 
and completion of the Arlington street schoolhouse. 
He inaugurated the alterations and improvements at the 
engine house, and to his suggestion the firemen are in- 
debted for having the handsomest and most convenient 
apartments of anj- in the state. The addition of the 
chemical engine may be credited to him, and his eflorts 
to improve and perfect Nashua's street, sidewalk, and 
sewer work are appreciated bj- all citizens. His admin- 
istration has been clean, upright and judicious, and in 
the election of last November Nashua's citizens gave it 
the stamp of their approval by again electing him their 
chief magistrate, for the ensuing year. 

In private life Mayor Burke is a courteous, affable 
gentleman, one whom it is a pleasure to meet, and his 
new house, a palatial brick structure, with browustone 
trimmings, thorough in construction, and erected at great 
expense, surrounded by pleasing, well-kept grounds, 
the whole having an air of prosperity and comfort, is a 
credit to the city and an ornament to its immediate 
neighborhood. 



Geo. A. Macabe, Sign Painter and Decorator, Glass 
Signs, Show Cards, and Lettering of all kinds, Window 
Shades Lettered, Room 8, over post office, Nashua, N. H. — 
It is a good deal with signs as it is with clothes — an old-es- 
tablished and thoroughly well-known concern can perhaps 
aftbrd to display a shabby sign, the same as a millionaire 
can affoad to wear unpresentable garments, but the firm 
or the individual whose position is not so thoroughly 
well-established must have more regard for appearances. 
There are fashions in signs as there are in about every- 
thing else under the sun, but tliose in vogue at the pres- 
ent day are, on the whole, the most tasteful and gener- 
ally attractive which have yet been produced. Among 
those m.aking a specialty of sign painting and decorating 
in this vicinity prominent mention should in justice be 
made of Mr. George A. Macabe for he turns out work 
equal to the best and has many orders to fill, his prices 
being as satisfactory as are the results attained. Mr. 
Macabe is very favorably known throughout Nashua. 
His place of business is located over the post office, room 
No. S, and contains every facility, not only for sign 
painting but also for the painting of show cards, scenery, 
glass, signs, and lettering of all kinds, including window- 
shade lettering, and decorating. All work is done at a 
moderate charge, and every order is assured immediate 
and painstaking attention. 

H. Olivier, Agt., Dealer in Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, 
109 Main Street, Nashua, N. H.— As the boot and shoe 
trade of Nashua forms a significant element in the make 
up of the city's enterprise, in referingto the above house 
it may be stated that the special line to which its best 
energies are confined is the handling of medium and first- 
class lines of boots, shoes and rubbers. This house vi-as 
established in 1887, by H. Olivier & Co., and since 18S8, 
the business has been conducted by H. Olivier, Agt. 
Since which date this gentleman has so successfully 
managed his large retail trade, that to-day his stores 
rank among the first in the city engaged in the. shoe 
trade. The premises utilized are located .at No. 109 Main 
Street, and No. 1.57 Pearl Street, and measure 
respectively 15x00, and 20x60 feet in dimensions, 
and the service of one experienced assistant in 
each store is required in addition to the close per- 



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soaal supervision of tlie proprietor. Mr. Olivier is a na- 
tive of Canada, and very well linown throughout Nashua, 
In conclusion we will remark, that while we do not in- 
dulge in laudation of any house in particular, it shall be 
within our province to state to the public in general, 
and our readers in particularthat if they would have their 
interests highly conserved the acquaintance of this house 
should be made. 



C. G. A. Eayrs, Dentist, Room 31, Record Building, 
Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — Modern methods of living 
have wrought sad havoc with our teetii, and the adult 
American who has a perfectly sound set, is the distin- 
guished exception at die present day. This is to be de- 
plored for more reasons than one, chief among which is 
that indicated by the late discoveries, tending to show 
that decayed teeth have a pronounced and deleterious 
eflect on the general health. Teeth have a most import- 
ant office to perform in the preparation of food for its 
reception into the stomach, and it is as illogical to expect 
broken and decayed teeth to do perfect work as it would 
be to expect damaged millstones to turn out perfect 
flours. If peojile would give their teeth more care, and 
abuse them no more say than they would an axe or a 
saw or some other instrument that "costs money"' sound 
teeth would be common enough, and dyspepsia would 
no longer be a national characteristic. Don't wait until 
your tooth aches, before having it tilled, go as soon as 
you notice it is decaying, or better still before that time 
and have the decaj- prevented. There are many skilled 
dentists in this city, and among them all, none are more 
careful or painstaking than Dr. 0. G. A. Eayrs, occupy- 
ing room 31, Record Building, Main Street. Dr. Eayrs 
is a native of Nashua, and established his profession 
here in 18ii'.l, and has won golden opinions for his skill 
and thoroughness. His rooms are fitted up with every 
essential facility, etc., and his instruments, appliances, 
etc.. are of the most improved design, and are quick and 
certain in operation. His charges will be found as mod- 
erate as his work is satisfactory. Appointments may be 
made in advance and will be strictly attended to. 



Nashua House, F. A. Brunelle, Proprietor. Cor. 
Main street and Thayer"s Court, Nearly 0pp. Boston & 
Lowell Depot. First-Class Accomodations. — The Nashua 
House was originally opened by Mr. John L. Burbauk, 
who was succeeeded by the present proprietor Mr. F. A. 
Brunelle in 1S87, and has become so thoroughly identi- 
fied with Nashua that the name of the city almost 
invariably brings to mind that of the House also at 
least, among those most familiar with the prominent 
"institutions" of the community. The Nashua House 
was never more skilfully and liberally conducted tlian 
has been the case since Mr. Brunelle "assumed control. 
He is a native of Canada, and is one of the few men 
who have a " natural gift" for hotel keeping, for it is 
only such men that are able to so manage as to make 
their guests feel perfectly at home and at ease. While 
at the same time maintaining that order and propi-iety 
essential to the conduct of a really first-class house. 
JIany permanent guests are accomodated at the Nashua 
House and transient trade is also liberally and success- 
fully catered to. The House is located at corner of 
Main street and Thayer's court, nearly opposite the 
Boston & Lowell Depot, and the beds and other furnish- 
ings being extremely comfortable and well-kept. 
Employment is given to five competent assistants, and 
the service, at the table and elsewhere, is prompt, 
intelligent and courteous. Mr Brunelle gives special 
attention to the cuisine, and the bill of fare is varied 
enough to suit all tastes, while the best that the market 
affords is placed before guests at all seasons of the year. 
The terms are moderate, and strangers visiting Nashua 
may avoid much annoyance by putting up at this house. 



Victor Lussier & Co., City Drug Store, corner 
Main and Factory Streets, Nashua, N. H.— No man can 
be engaged in any particular line of business for several 
years without becoming comparatively expert and well 
informed in it, and particularly is this the case with one 
who is well fitted naturally to conduct such an enter- 
prise as he has chosen, and who has made a careful study 
of the theory as well as had a large experience in the 
practice of the line of trade with which he is identified. 
Mr. ^'ictor Lussier, proprietor of the City Drug Store 
needs no introductiou to the residents of Nashua, for he 
has carried on a first-class pharmacy in this city since 
1SS7, (having succeeded Dr. E. J. Hunt,) and it is a very 
significant fact that those who are most thoroughly fa- 
miliar with his business methods speak in the warmest 
terms of the advantages of trading with him and "prac- 
tice what they preach" by giving them their exclusive 
patronage in the purchasing of drugs, toilet articles, 
etc. The premises occupied by Mr. l^ussier and popu- 
larly known as the City Drug Store, is located at the 
corner of Main and Factory Streets, and measure 12x.50 
feet in dimensions, and are fitted up in the most ap- 
proved style, the stock carried including drugs, medi- 
cines and chemicals of all descriptions, and every facil- 
ity is at hand to aid in the compounding of physicians 
prescriptions or family receipts. Competent and cour- 
teous clerks are employed, and this establishment is 
noted for the accurate and prompt manner in which all 
orders and patrons are served. Pure and fresh ingre- 
dients only are used, and no exhorbitant prices are ever 
charged, while all annoying delays are avoided. Mention 
might be made of several specialties prepared by this 
firm including "Lussier's Spruce Gum Cough Syrup," 
"Lussier's Liver Pills" and "Lussier's Wart, Corn and 
Bunion Extractor," which are claimed to be fully equal 
to anything in the market. 



A. E. Sanderson. Manufacturerof and Dealer in Har- 
nesses, Horse Blankets, Whips, Cmry Combs, Brushes, 
etc.; Carriage Trimming Done to Order; Repairing 
Done With Neatness and Despatch; No. 72 West Pearl 
Street, Nashua, N. H. — The difierence between " goods 
cheap " and " cheap goods " is apt to be forgotten by 
those who are economically disposed, but it is well 
worthy of being carefully borue in mind, especially 
when anything in the line of harness or horse furnish- 
ings is to be bouglit. The common " cheap " harness is 
but a miserable make-shift at the best, and to say noth- 
ing of the danger of using a harness that is liable to give 
waj' the moment any unusual strain is brought upon it, 
considerations of economy alone should prevent its be- 
ing bought, for it has no durability, and must constantly 
be " patched up " in one way or another. Mr. A. E. San- 
derson is a maker of and dealer in harnesses, and we can 
give intending purchasers no better advice than to give 
him a call, for, although his productions are honestly 
and skilfully made from selected stock, they are oflered 
at low rates, quality and durability being, of course, 
duly considered. Harness repairing, carriage trimming, 
etc., will be done in a workmanlike manner at short no- 
tice, the shop at No. 72 West Pearl Street being equipped 
with all necessary facilities. Mr. Sanderson is a native 
of Littleton. Mass., and has carried on liis present under- 
taking here in Nashua for about thirty-three years. He 
is very well-known throughout this vicinity, and has 
been on the Board of Health for four years, also was for 
six years Overseer of the Poor. He oft'ers a full assort- 
ment of horse goods at bottom prices, embracing late 
novelties in this line, as well as all the staple goods, and 
a carefully chosen stock of blankets, whips, curry 
combs, brushes, etc., is also on hand to select froni, 
every article being sold under a guarantee that it will 
prove as represented. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



Mrs. M. A. Spalding, Milliner and Hair Dresser, 
and Manufacturer of Human Hair Work, Agency for the 
Universal Fashion Company's Perfect-Fitting Patterns. 
107 Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — There is one establish- 
ment in particular which the ladies of Nashua and vicin- 
ity speak very highly of, and that is the one conducted 
by Mrs. M. A. Spalding at No. 107 Main Street. This 
enterprise was inaugurated about 18S0 by the present 
proprietress and has been under her skillful manage- 
ment since that date. The premises occupied measure 
about 350 square feet, and are well fitted-up in every 
portion, the heavy stock on hand being displayed to ex- 
cellent advantage. It comprises millinery and hat 
goods of almost every description and bears evidence of 
careful selection in every department. Mrs. Spalding is 
a native of Maine, and has a large circle of friends and 
patrons in Nashua and vicinity. She displays excellent 
taste, both as a milliner and hair dresser. She also man- 
ufactures human Iiair guods, and the general apprecia- 
tion of the results she attaines is ehown by the large 
patronage enjoyed. Commissions are promptly execut- 
ed and uniformly moderate charges made. Mrs. Spalding 
is agent for the Universal Fashion Company's perfect- 
fitting patterns, and the latest styles are oftered as soon 
as they appear in the market. 

Nashua Boot and Shoe Co., Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Boots and Shoes, J. W. Connor, Agt., 93 and 
105 Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — Boots and shoes are now 
offered in so great a variety of styles, sizes, etc., that there 
is no reason why anyone who is not deformed should 
not be able to get an article that will fit perfectly, and 
if any of our readers in need of foot-wear of any descrip- 
tion will visit the establishment of the Nashua Boot and 
Shoe Company of which Mr. J. W. Connor is the agent, 
we believe they will have no difficulty in accomplishing 
this desirable result, for the stock he offers is large and 
varied and is made up of the productions of the most en- 
terprising and successful manufacturers. The goods be- 
ing modern in style and honestly made from suitable 
materials. Of course, whether the material be reliable 
or not depends principally upon the uses for which the 
shoe is designed, for it would be foolish to put fine deli- 
cate stock into a shoe intended for rough working wear. 
The Nashua Boot and Shoe Company offer both dress 
and working boots and shoes in all sizes and is therefore 
prepared to satisfy every customer. The premises util- 
ized at Nos. 93 and 105 Main Street, is 23xG0 feet in di- 
mensions and contain a varied assortment of boots, shoes 
and rubbers. Repairing is given prompt and careful at- 
tention and low prices are quoted in this as in every 
other department of the business. Employment is given 
to four well-informed clerks, thus ensuring prompt ser- 
vice to every caller. The company have a branch store 
at No. 105 Main Street, where they keep ladies', misses' 
and childrens" shoes only. This firm buys direct from 
the manufacturers, thereby getting good honest clean 
goods and also saving the middle-men's profits. They 
carry the largest stock of footwear in this vicinity. 

Prank Newton, Dealer in Butter, Cheese and Eggs, 
No. IIJ Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — Good butter is one 
of those things which everybody wants, but by no means 
everybody gets, and yet it is easy enough to get good 
butter, if you only know where to look for it. 'Sola few 
people put up with an inferior article, because they 
think that the best grades must necessarily be very ex- 
pensive, but it is only occasionally that this is the case, 
although not a few dealers make it an excuse for fur- 
nishing poor butter at all seasons of the year. The best 
way to make sure of getting your money's worth at all 
times is to patronize a store where butter is made a 
specialty, and where it is easy to see that the lowest 
rates are quoted. Such an establishment is that con- 
ducted by Mr. Frank Newton, at No. Hi Main Street. 
This gentleman Is a native of Fairfield, Vt., and has only 



carried on his present enterprise since 1888, but he has 
alreadj' built up an enviable reputation for enterprise 
and fair dealing, and his business is steadily and rapidly 
increasing. His business is wholesale and retail in char- 
acter, and he carries a large stock, not only of butter, 
but also cheese and eggs, and "pwre" maple sugar and 
syrup, and we can assure our readers that they can de- 
pend upon getting good and reliable articles here, at 
moderate rates. The store is centrall}- located, and cus- 
tomers are given every opportunity to inspect the stock 
and choose for themselves if they prefer. Courtesy is 
the rule to all, and every order receives prompt and 
careful attention. 




L. Urquhart & Co., Horse Shoers, Jobbers and 
Wheelwrights. Interfering and Overreaching Horses 
attended to. Horses Called for and Returned Free of 
Charge. Foundry street, Nashua, N. H., — Closely allied 
to the iron industries located on the lines of the Boston 
and Lowell and Worcester and Nashua railroads, are the 
shops of the well-known firm of L. Urquhart & Com- 
pany. The founder of this house, Mr. Urquhart, came 
to Nashua 22 years ago, then a mere lad, thoroughly 
learned his trade in some of the best shops of this city, 
and being enterprising and ambitious, 16 years ago he 
entered business on his own account. Eight years later 
he removed to Boston, remaining there five years, and 
though meeting with good success in that city three 
years ago he returned to his first love, Nashua, and 
bought out the establishment of Hutchins & Lovejoy on 
Foundry street. His business has rapidly increased 
and to accommodate it he has been obliged to enlarge his 
premises to more than double their original size, and the 
amount of work now done has nearly trebled itself. 
The blacksmith shop is a capacious one, well supplied 
with all the appliances necessary to promptly and artis- 
tically excute the many jobs in horseshoeing, and every- 
thing in the line of blacksmithing and general jobbing 
that are constantly coming in. In horse-shoeing he 
makes a specialty of shoes of his own make which are 
noted for their superior quality, and he also attends to 
interfering and over-reaching horses. Four skilled men 
find steady employment in the blacksmith department, 
and in connection with this is a well equipped wheel- 
wright shop where new wagon work and wagon repairs 
of everv descripton are accomplished in the most ap- 
proved "style, in this branch of the business employing 
two men, and in addition he does most of the sign hang- 
ing that is done in Nashua. 

Mr. Urquhart's long experience has made him an 
expert in his calling. His work in every case ia 
thoroughly and creditably performed. 



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Edwin D. Flanders, Dealer in Beef, Mutton, Veal, 
Pork, Poultry and Game, all kinds of Canned Goods, etc., 
S and 10 Factory Street, Nashua, N. H.— The annoyance 
of having to personally select all the Meats, Provisions, 
«tc., which are bought is familiar to every housekeeper, 
but many of them make a practice of doing so as they 
have found that the results attained by any other course 
are apt to prove unsatisfactory. Everything depends 
5iowever upon using proper discrimination in the plac- 
ing of orders. There are provision dealers who take as 
much pains to supply first-class goods to children or 
other messengers as they do when dealing with the cus- 
tomers in person, and among such dealers it is only just 
to make prominent mention of Mr. Edwin D. Flanders 
of Xos. 8 and 10 Factory Street, Nashua, for that is his 
way of doing business, and the result is that his store is 
■widely popular and is becoming more generally patron- 
ized every daj-. It was established about ISSO by Mes- 
srs. Flanders it Wesson, and has been under the sole con- 
trol of Mr. Edwin D. Flanders since 1889. Mr. Flanders 
was born in Alton, N. H., and has a large circle of friends 
in Nashua. He not only handles reliable goods but 
quotes low prices, and his stock is varied enough to suit 
all means and all tastes, for it comprises all kinds of 
meats, poultry, game and vegetables, together with 
pickles, butter, eggs, table sauce, jellies and canned 
goods, etc. Employment is given to three .assistants 
and every caller may dejieud upon receiving immediate 
and polite attention. The premises occupied consist of 
one floor and basement each 20x30 feet in dimensions, 
together with a sausage-room, and are very convenient- 
ly fitted-up for the proper storage and handling of the 
various articles dealt in. 



A. P. Hendrick, Jeweler and Engraver; Dealer in 
Watches, Clocks. Jewelry, Solid Silver and Silver-Plated 
Ware, Spectacles and Eye-Glasses; Fine AVatch Repair- 
ing by Geo. W. Hendrick; No. 59 Main Street, First 
Store South of the Bridge, Nashua, N. H. — One of the 
oldest established enterprises of the kind in this section 
of the state is that conducted by Mr. A. P. Hendrick, at 
No. .t9 Main Street, the first store south of the bridge. 
This was inaugurated in 1860, by Mr. George E. Rich- 
ardson, who gave place to the present proprietor in 
1871. Mr. Hendrick had been identified with the estab- 
lishment as engraver for nine years before he obtained 
possession, and we need hardly say he is universally 
known among the old, as well as among the new pat- 
rons. He is a native of Keene, N. H., and came to 
Nashua at the age of fourteen years, and went to work 
in the mill. He has been an engraver on gold and silver 
for thirty-eight years, so the presumption is that he un- 
derstands the business pretty thoroughly. Goods pur- 
chased at his store will be engraved free of charge, the 
work being done in the highest style of the art, for Mr. 
Hendrick has a reputation to maintain, and does not 
propose to lose it by carelessness or haste. The store 
has an area of one thousand square feet, and contains a 
valuable, complete and varied stock of watches, clocks, 
jewelry, solid and plated silver ware, spectacles, ej-e 
"glasses, etc. Mr. Hendrick quotes the lowest market 
rates, and guarantees everything he sells to prove pre- 
cisely as represented. Fine watch repairing is given 
prompt and skilful attention by Mr. Geo. W. Hendrick, 
and we can assure our readers that he is fully competent 
to successfully undertake the most difficult work in this 
line, while the charges made are moderate and satisfac- 
tory in every instance. 

Albert A. Davis, (Successor to Moses Davis), City 
ludertaker. Manufacturer, and Dealer in Marble and 
Granite Monuments, Tablets, Head Stones, Granite 
Work, etc.. No. U Main Street, Nashua, N. H.— The 
business carried on by Mr. Albert A. Davis, at No. 14 
Main .Street, is one of the oldest established of the kind 
in this section of the state, and has developed to very 



extensive proportions by years of faithful public service. 
It was founded in 1841 "by Mr. Moses Davis, and the 
present proprietor assumed sole control in 1887. He is 
a native of this city, has held the office of collector, and 
possesses to a marked degree the respect and confidence 
of his fellow citizens. Mr. Davis is city undertaker, and 
also manufacturer of and dealer in marble and granite 
monuments, tablets, headstones, granite work, etc. He 
employs from fifteen to twenty assistants, and is pre- 
pared to give prompt and painstaking attention to every 
order, and to supply anything in his line at short notice 
and at moderate rates. Many beautiful and tasteful de- 
signs in monumental and general cemetery work may be 
seen at his place of business, and whether an elaborate 
or a simple monument or headstone is required, one may 
place the order here in the full assurance that it will be 
satisfactorily filled in every respect. A full assortment 
of caskets, coffins, robes and funeral goods in general is 
constantly carried, and undertaking commissions will be 
faithfully and skilfully executed at the shortest possible 
notice, the most approved methods being employed, and 
every detail being properly and conscientiously attended 
to. 

A. 3. Jennett & Co., Dealers in Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Also Millinery and Dress Making by Mrs. Belle 
Jennett; No. .54 Canal Street, Nashua, N. H.— Diflferent 
people have difterent ways of looking at things, and an 
excellent opportunity is aftbrded to observe this fact, 
when making inquiries concerning a certain business es- 
tablishment. For instance, some, when asked to give a 
reason for their high opinion of the enterprise now con- 
ducted bv Mrs. A. J. Jennett, at No. 54 Canal Street, re- 
plied that they liked to trade there because of the extent 
and completeness of the stock carried : others mentioned 
the promptness and politeness with which customers are 
served, and still others said that there was no place in 
town where they were more sure of getting full value 
for money expended. Putting all these statements to- 
gether, they establish the fact pretty completely that 
one would have to search a good while to find a more 
desirable store at which to deal than the one in question. 
Mrs. Jennett is a native of New York State, and since 
the death of her husband, which occurred in March, 
1889, has carried on the business under the old name of 
A. J. Jennett & Co., Mr. A. J. Jennett having succeeded 
Mary A. Ball in 1885. The stock dealt in comprises dry 
and fancy goods of all kinds, and Mrs. Jennett pays 
special attention to millinery and dress making. Two 
assistants are employed, and it is very seldom that the 
least delay is experienced in being waited upon, for the 
employees are active and obliging, and goods are cheer- 
fully shown. The latest novelties, as well as a full line 
of staple articles, are at hand to choose from, and the 
lowest market rates are quoted in every department. 

J. E. N. Duclos, Artist Photographer, No. 123 
Main Street, Nashua, N. H.— That homely old proverb, 
which declares that " the proof of the ))udding is in the 
eating," goes straight to the root of the matter, as, in- 
deed, all those homely old proverbs are wont to do, and 
no better instance of it can be found in modern life than 
that aflbrded by the work of the photographer. One 
may talk of " Tight and shade," of " attention to detail,"' 
of •' artistic handling of a subject,'" for hours, and it will 
not give half the real insight into a photographer's skill 
that could be obtained by a few minutes' examination of 
his work. So wc will not take up space in describing the 
many excellencies of the i)roductions of Mr. J. E. N. 
Duclos of this citv, but will simply invite our readers to 
visit his studio, located at No. 1"23 Main Street. This 
gentleman was born in Canada, and began operations 
here in Nashua in 1888, under the firm name of Duclos & 
Renouf, and in 1889, assumed entire control of the busi- 
ness. He has built up a large and steadily increasing 
patronage by his prompt attention to orders and by al- 



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ways striving to do his best. Photographs, of any de- 
sired size or style, will be made, and those who are most 
familiar with such work are the most out-spoken in 
their praise of the system of finish and generally satis- 
factory character of Mr. Duclos's productions. Two 
competent assistants are employed, and everything in 
the line of photography, and also crayon, India ink, water 
color and pastel portraits is produced at this establish- 
ment in the very best manner possible, and some de- 
cidedlj' low prices are quoted. 



Watananook House, American and European 
Plan. .Joseph O. Ingalls, Prop'r. 19 and 21 Main Street, 
Eailroad Square, Nashua, X. 11. — The old saying about 
trying to fit square pegs into round holes is familiar to 
every one, and yet the lesson it teaches seems to be 
totally lost on the many who try to run a hotel. AVhen 
they are fitted neither by nature nor by experience for 
the successful discharge of the responsible duties attacli- 
ing to such a position. To say tlmt hotel keepers, like 
poets, are born, not made, is to state a fact every ex- 
perienced traveller will assent to, for the more one 
journeys about the country, the more one becomes 
convinced that nothing can take the place of inborn 
ability to cater to the wants of the traveling public. To 
carry on even a small house is by no means so easy as 
many are disposed to believe. While to conduct such an 
establishment as the AVatauanock House as it should be 
conducted, is a task beyond the powers of all but the 
few. The high position taken by this house since ISSS 
is a prominent example of the truth we are trying to 
make plain, for it is undeniable that it is owing to Mr. 
Joseph O. Ingalls personal exertions that the Watanan- 
ock House is rapidly gaining in popularity almost daily. 
This establisment was opened as a restaurant in 1S86, 
and since 1888 it has been conducted as a hotel, on the 
American and European plan. The premises are located 
at No. 19 and 21 Main street ( Railroad square ) contain- 
ing thirty guest rooms and an etl'ect of the good man- 
agement now observable is to be seen in the well-kept 
appearance of things in general, for five .assistants are 
employed and no trouble is spared to keep the house in 
neat and attractive condition at all times. Mr. Ingalls 
is a native of Hookset, N. H.. and is without doubt a 
genuinely popular landlord. He has fifty table boarders, 
and makes his guests feel entirely at home, but at the 
same time conducts as orderly and respectable a house 
as can be found anywhere. The table is supplied with 
the best that the market affords, and the cooking is uni- 
formly and exceptionally satisfactory. 

Wm. O. rianders. Livery and Boarding Stable. 
Particular attention given to boarders, Eailroad Square, 
opp. B. & L. R. R., Nashua, N. H.— No one has ever 
succeeded in defining the limit where reasonable expend- 
iture ends and extravagance begins, nor will this ever 
be done for "circumstances alter cases" so naturally 
that what is extravagant at one time may be quite rea- 
sonable at another, and in this connection we may ap- 
propriately say a few words concerning the "extrava- 
gance," of paying out money for horse hire. Not a few 
people whose income is comparatively limited, would no 
more think of hiring a team and taking a drive into the 
suburbs than they would of chartering a special steamer 
when they have occasion to take a ride on the water, 
and yet many of these very same people spend enough 
on d(X"tors" bills and medicines in the course of a year to 
defr.-Ly the cost of a good deal of driving. "What has 
that got to do with it," does some one ask? Why, sim- 
ply this. Put the money spent on medicines, etc., into 
carriage hire, using due discretion of course concerning 
the weather and other attending conditions, and in the 
majority of cases the doctors' bills would be avoided, a 
great deal of enjoyment would be gained and in short 
the change would be entirely for the better. It does not 



cost a very large sum to hire a first-class team for a half- 
day or a day, that is, provided the right kind of a stable 
be patronized, and right here we may say that the one 
conducted by Wm. O. Flanders, on Railroad Square, opp. 
B. & L. R. R., has no superior in this city. Some very 
desirable turnouts are maintained at this popular estab- 
lishment and in point of style, ease of riding, and gen- 
eral good qualities Mr. Flanders' teams have no reason 
to fear comparison with any in this vicinity. "The 
proof of the pudding is in the eating" and we are confi- 
dent that those who make trial of the accommodations 
here oftered will endorse all that we have said concern- 
ing them. Mr. Flanders does an extensive livery, feed 
and boarding business. He owns over thirty horses, and 
has accommodations for fortj'-one, and gives particular 
attention to boarders, while his prices will prove mod- 
erate enough to suit every rea»;onabIe customer. 

James Steele, Dealer in Pianos, Organs and all kinds 
of Musical Merchandise, lowest terms for casli. or sold 
on easy installments, 207 Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — 
There are a great many pianos and organs in use in this 
countrj', but still there are many families yet unsupplied, 
and extensive as the trade in musical instruments has 
become, it is as yet but in its infancy. Although the 
cost of a first-class piano or organ is considerable, some 
dealers by the employment of liberal "instalment plans" 
so divide up the payments as to make it an easy matter, 
to meet them, and one purchasing in this way becomes 
the owner of an instrument before he knows it. Mr. 
James Steele is known as an extensive dealer in pianos, 
organs, and musical merchandise of all kinds. Also 
sewing machines and supplies, and his prices for cash 
or on instalments, are so low as to explain in a great 
measure the magnitude of his trade. All instruments 
are warranted, and a sufficient variety is oftered to allow 
of all tastes being suited. Mr. Steele is a native of 
Antrim, N. H.. and served in the army four years, during 
our late civil war. He is well-known throughout 
Nashua, having est.ablished his present enterprise in 
1885. The premises utilized are located at No. 207 Main 
Street, and are 400 feet in dimensions, where is displayed 
a fine assortment of the above named instruments. No 
dealer ofters greater inducements and none is more zeal- 
ous in guarding the interests of his customers. 



Hotel Webster Dining Rooms, M. L. Hartwell, 

Proprietor, No. 197 Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — It 
might seem at first thought easy enough to manage a 
restaurant, but there is no man who has had much occa- 
sion to patronize these places, but what will say th.at 
the really good ones are .a small minority. Why, is not 
for us to state. We have our own theories, on the sub- 
ject, but our readers want facts, rather than theories, 
and are naturally more interested in learning of one 
good dining-room, than in hearing the reasons why a 
half dozen are not good. Therefore we will hasten to 
call to their attention the Hotel Webster Dining Room, 
conducted by Mr. M. L. Hartwell, at No. 197 Main 
Street, for this gentleman is one of the few who know 
how things should be done, and spares neither time nor 
nionej' in attaining satisfactorj- results. Mr. Hartwell 
was born in Lowell, Mass., and opened his present place 
of business in 1S79. The premises can accommodate 1.50 
guests and are nicely fitted up with all the necessary fa- 
cilities. But after all, the main point to be considered 
in an establishment of this kind is the food, and here 
Mr. Hartwell comes out strong, for he supplies his cus- 
tomers with the best that the market affords, and takes 
measures to see that it is properly cooked and promptly 
and courteously served. Employment is given to ten 
competent assistants and the comfort and convenience 
of patrons are looked out for on every hand. The prices 
here are very moderate, and a trial of the accommoda- 
tions provided, will result in another call. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



J. W. White, Druggist, Walter A. Lovering, Man- 
ager, Xo. 1 Merchanfs Exchange, Nashua, N. H.— It is 
impossible to have extended dealings with Mr. J. W. 
Wliite, without feeling that he thoroughly understands 
his business in every detail ; and indeed it is no wonder 
that he is thoroughly acquainted with it, for he has had 
an experience of forty-four years. Mr. J. W. White is a 
native of Pittsfield, N. H., and established his pharmacy 
here in 1S45. He is very well known throughout 
Nashua and vicinity. He is the President of the Second 
National Bank, and Treasurer of the Mechanics Savings 
Bank, also Treasurer of the Nashua A Lowell R. R., 
and President of the White Mountain Freezer Co. The 
premises utilized as a drug store are located at No. 1 
Merchants Exchange, and are 20x60 feet in dimensions, 
and a heavy and most skillfully selected stock is carried, 
comprising drugs, medicines, chemicals and druggists' 
sundries of all kind', also cigars, tobacco and smokers' 
articles. Mr. White employs four competent assistants. 
Mr. Walter A. Lovering having been the manager for 
about fifteen years, and who spares no pains to make 
this establishment entirely trustworthy in every respect, 
and endeavors to give all customers complete satisfac- 
tion. That he has succeeded admirably, is pfoved by 
the liberal patronage received, and there can be no doubt 
but that the methods will be continued, that have gained 
the popularity for this establishment. Prescriptions 
are compounded with the utmost care, and those who 
desire to feel assured that they can rely upon the manner 
in which their orders of this kind are filled, should, by 
all means, patronize this store as Mr. I^overing is as 
skilful and experienced as he is careful and so is espec- 
ially well equipped for the carrying on of work of this 
kind. The prices are ver.v reasonable and customers are 
promptly served. Mr. White also carries on a very ex- 
tensive coal business, the largest in the city. All kinds 
of hard and soft coal are dealt in, and Mr. White is sole 
agent for the celebrated Excelsior Coal. The yard i»i 
east of Main street bridge. Orders left at the drug store 
will receive prompt attention. 



Nashua Steam Laundry, G. H. Parker, Proprietor; 
New Building, Pearson's Avenue, Near Main Street 
Bridge, Nashua, N. H. — Nashua is not at all behind 
other cities of equal population so far as regards those 
public conveniences which go far to make liife agreeable 
in our larger communities, and one of the most valuable 
and popular of these conveniences is the Nashua Steam 
Laundry, which has been under the control of Mr. G. H. 
Parker, the present proprietor, since 1877, and which, 
under his skilful and progressive management, has be- 
come a model establishment of its kind, it being one of 
the most thoroughlj' equipped which the entire state 
can show. The premises utilized comprise an entire 
building, which was built for this purpose, it being two 
stories and a basement in height and 40 x SO feet in di- 
mensions, located on Pearson's avenue, near Main Street 
bridge. This laundry is a model establishment in the 
truest sense. Mr. Parker justly takes much pride in keep- 
ing it scrupulously clean, and in an attractive condition 
at all times. The latest improved machinery is to found 
in every department of the establishment, and employ- 
ment is given to twenty-five assistants. Orders are filled 
in the best manner and at remarkably short notice. The 
scale of prices is very reasonable, and the quality of the 
work will compare favorably with any in New England, 
great pains being taken to ensure absolute thoroughness 
and to avoid injury to the most delicate fabrics, while 
goods will be called for and accurately delivered without 
extra charge. Commercial men stopping a day or two 
in town, and who wish their laundry work done, will 
find this just the place they are looking for, and they 
will be surprised to find how quickly and in fine condi- 
tion their work will be delivered to them. 



Chas. £. Cummings, Dealer in Monuments, Head- 
stones, Tablets, Mantels, etc., Otis Building, Railroad 
Square, Nashua, N. H.— The granite and marble works, 
conducted by Mr. Charles E. Cummings, need no intro- 
duction to a large portion of our Nashua readers, for 
they have been in successful operation for many years. 
In 1878, Mr. Cummings purchased the stock of marble 
of the late William VVeaver, and has conducted the busi- 
ness ever since, having furnished the citizens of Nashua 
and vicinity with as fine work in both marble and granite 
as has been produced in any establishment in New Eng- 
land as can be seen by inspecting the many beautiful 
monuments he has erected in the various cemeteries in 
this vicinity in the last twelve (12) years. Mr. Cummings 
was born in Sutton, this state, is forty-six years old, and 
has had twenty-five years' experience in the business, 
having commenced work for Hon. Geo. A. Cummings, of 
Concord, in 1865. Mr. Cummings was elected to the 
city council in 1883, and in 1884, the latter year, he was 
chosen president of that body. He carries a good stock 
of finished monuments and tablets, and is prepared to 
furnish all who are in want of any kind of memorial 
work at very low prices for good work. Cemetery woik 
cleaned and reset at short notice at No. 21 Otis building. 

D. C. Cheever, Millinery and Small Wares, Hosiery 
and Underwear, No. 67 Main Street, Nashua, N. H.— 
The enterprise, now carried on by Mr. D. C. Cheever, 
was inaugurated in 1871 by the firm of Cheever Brothers, 
the present proprietor, Mr. D. C. Cheever, assuming full 
control of the business in 1883. He has gained a high 
degree of popularity in this vicinity, for the public are 
quick to appreciate liberal, intelligent and honorable 
business methods, and those practiced at the establish- 
ment, to which we have reference, certainly are entitled 
to be so characterized. Mr. Cheever is a native of East 
Hardwick, Vt., and has had a long and varied experience 
in his present line of business, the result being that he is 
prep.ared to meet all honorable competition and to assure 
satisfaction to the most fastidious patrons. Mr. Cheever 
was burned out in 188."), and started again in about a year. 
The premises now occupied are located at No. 07 Main 
Street, (and are shared with M. V. B. Green, stationer), 
thus giving ample space for the carrying of a large stock 
of millinery, small wares, hosiery and underwear. The 
very latest fa.shionable novelties are shown in the vari- 
ous departments of the stock, and the lowest market 
rates are quoted on all the goods handled. Order work 
is given particular and skilful attention, and five assist- 
ants are required during the season to properly accom- 
modate the extensive business done in this department. 

E. E. Cheney's One Price Store, Dealer in 
Watches, Jewelry, Silverware, Opera Glasses, Eye 
Glasses, etc., No. 1G7 Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — Mr. 
E. E. Cheney has carried on his present establishment 
since 1881, and gives careful personal attention lO cus- 
tomers, so that prompt, courteous and intelligent ser- 
vice is assured to every caller. The premises utilized are 
located at No. 167 Main Street, and are of the dimensions 
of 2.5 by .50 feet, and aftbrd ample opportunity for the 
carrying of a large and varied assortment of jewelry, 
watches a'nd silverware, as well as of a very desirable 
stock of opera glasses, spectacles, eye glasses, etc. These 
goods bear evidence of careful selection, and the stock 
comprises many late and attractive novelties. A fine as- 
sortment of Waltham, Elgin and Aurora watches is 
shown in both gold and silver cases. Uniformly moderate 
prices are quoted, and special prices are named on dia- 
monds, and we need hardly add that every article is sold 
under a guarantee that it will prove as represented. 
Particular attention is given to repairing and engraving, 
and no trouble is spared to fill all orders at short notice, 
and in so neat and durable a manner as to give entire sat- 
isfaction even to the most fastidious. Mr. Cheney is a 
native of Stowe, Mass., and is well-known here. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NASHUA. 



Geo. D. Verder, Dealer iu Groceries, No. 91 W. Pearl 

Street, Nashua, N. H. — Generally speaking, it is safe to 
say that it always pays for a business man to keep faith 
with his customers, and, although there are some who 
believe differently, and think that "sharp practice'' is 
profitable and " smart," the success they generally meet 
with is not pronounced enough to prove their position. 
The enviable reputation, held by the establishment now 
carried on by >Ir. Geo. D. Verder, at No. 91 AV. Pearl St., 
could never liave been built up by questionable methods, 
and the proprietor may well take pride in maiataining 
an enterprise which has so good a name in the com- 
munity- He carries a heavy stock of fancy and staple 
groceries, and caters expressly to family trade, his 
goods being very carefully selected, and of a quality 
which renders them acceptable even to the most fastidi- 
ous. As for the prices, the magnitude of Mr. Verder"s 
business is the best possible evidence that those are all 
right, for there are many enterprising grocers in Nashua, 
and the public are accustomed to paying the lowest mar- 
ket rates, and certainly would not so liberally patronize 
a store unless bottom prices were the rule. Orders are 
promptly and accurately filled, and every caller is sure 
of immediate attention and uniformly courteous treat- 
ment. 

Mrs. E. C. Vickery, New York Millinery Store; 
Fashionable Dress Making; Also Tailor's Square S3'Stem 
Taught ; No. 7 Factory Street, Nashua, N. H.— All of 
our lady readers, and not a few of those belonging to 
the sterner sex, can doubtless call to mind instances 
which have come under their observation where the 
most costly costumes, made from the richest and most 
fashionable materials, utterly failed to produce a desira- 
ble effect by reason of the incompetency or carelessness 
of those wlio were entrusted with their making. The 
handsomest and most tasteful fabrics may easilj' be ren- 
dered quite unattractive by improper treatment, and the 
advantages to be gained by making use of the services 
of an experienced and skilful milliner and dress maker, 
are too evident to render it necessary for us to dwell 
upon the importance of securing such aid. It is the gen- 
eral verdict among the ladies of Nashua and vicinity, 
who have examined specimens of the millinerj' and dress 
making done at the establishment of Mrs. E. C. Vickery, 
and the results there attained are exceptionally satisfac- 
tory, and there has been ample time to form a complete 
judgment regarding the matter in question, for Mrs. 
Vickery began operations in 1882, and her business has 
since rapidly and steadily developed. The premises util- 
ized are located at No. 7 Factory Street. Employment 
is afforded to seven experienced and painstaking assist- 
ants, and orders can, therefore, be filled at short notice, 
the charges being uniformly moderate. Mrs. Vickery 
teaches Tailor's square system, and gives personal atten- 
tion *'^ the executing of every commission, and we have 
no hestitation in guaranteeing complete satisfaction to 
the most fastidious customer. 

C. C. Parker, Publisher and Bookseller, No. 209 
Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — This popular publisher and 
stationer, although established in 1S8.S, has a,ttained a 
position not reached by any other engaged in the same 
line. His stock consists largely of all goods belonging 
to the stationer's trade, and is the only place outside of 
Boston where fine writing paper is sold bj' weight in- 
stead of by the quire. Here twenty cents will buj' a 
pound of first-class writing paper. Here also can be 
found the largest assortment of teacher's bibles in the 
state, together with family and all kinds of lap and 
hand bibles. All other books in large assortments. Here 
also any book published in the United States, and not 
kept in stock can be obtained on short notice at the low- 
est possible rates. Besides books and stationery, the larg- 
est assortment of foreign and American confectionery, 
found anywhere in the state, is always kept. Great 



pains is taken to keep it fresh, and none impure is ever 
sold. Mr. Parker's chief publication is the new Excel- 
sior dictionary, the only small lexicon iu the world con- 
taining, besides forty thousand old words, a supplement 
of all the new words, and a complete list of all the slang 
phrases. This book has already reached the enormous 
sale of over two hundred thousand copies, and the de- 
mand for them is still increasing. The nominal price of 
•SI. 50 enables everyone to possess a copy. Mr. C. C. 
Parker is a native of Warren, N. H., and his success iu 
business is attributed to his careful study to meet the 
wants of the people, together with square dealings and 
courteous treatment which all receive from his and the 
hands of his competent assistants. 



W. A. Cummings, Dealer in Music and Musical In- 
struments, Teacher of Violin, Cornet and Guitar, opp. 
City Hall, 11.3 Main Street, Nashua, N. H.— The gentle- 
man whose card we print above has practiced his pro- 
fession in this city since 1879, and has gained a high 
reputation both as an enterprising business man and a 
skillful teacher. The business premises utilized by Mr. 
W. A. Cummings, are located at No. 113 Main Street, and 
shared with Mr. Geo. S. Wheeler, dealer in pianos and 
organs. Mr. Cummings- deals in music and musical 
merchandise of all kinds. He is also director and agent 
of Cummings Orchestra, which has attained a popular- 
ity second to none in the state. Mr. Cummings is a 
native of Tyngsboro, Mass., and is widely known in 
Nashua, particularly in the musical circles, being a 
skilful and painstaking teacher of the violin, cornet and 
guitar. Those familiar with the methods pursued by 
Mr. Cummings, will agree with us in stating that his pu- 
pils are thoroughly grounded in the essential principles 
of music, the result being that whatever progress they 
make is permanent, and is not gained by memorizing 
certain rules without understanding the reason for their 
existence. He employs the most eflfective methods 
which recommend themselves to his experience, being 
quite indifferent as to their origin, and shows and feels a 
keen personal interest in the artistic welfare of all his 
pupils. His terms are moderate, and we take pleasure 
in advising such of our readers as wish to attain a know- 
ledge of the instruments mentioned, to confer with Mr. 
Cummings at their earliest convenience. 



J. A. Fisher, Dealer in Clothing and Gents' Furnish- 
ing Goods, No. 89 Main Street, (Fisher's Block), Nashua, 
N. H. — There is really no excuse for any man presenting 
a shabby appearance nowadays, for not only can a neat 
and durable suit of clothes be purchased for a small sum 
of money, but all the other articles going to make up a 
complete outfit are sold at extremely reasonable rates. 
It is necessary, of course, to use some discilmination in 
making such purchases, as all dealers are, by no means, 
equally low iu their prices ; but if a call be made on Mr. 
J. A. Fisher, at his store. No. 89 Main Street, (Fisher's 
Block), Nashua, the caller can feel sure that all he buys 
will be sold at prices as low as the lowest. Mr. Fisher's 
goods are perfectly reliable, and are, in fact, guaranteed 
to prove as represented, so that no fears need be enter- 
tained that anything bought of him will not prove satis- 
factory. The undertaking, of which he is now the pro- 
prietor, was founded in 1879, and by his enterprise and 
liberal business methods, his trade is steadily increasing. 
Mr. Fisher is a native of Nashua, and very well-known 
throughout the city. He occupies a store, 2.5 by G.'i feet 
in dimensions, and clothing, hats, caps, and gents' fur- 
nishing goods in general are very largely handled, and 
the latest fa.shionable novelties in these goods are early 
at hand and quoted at bottom prices. The services of 
two courteous and well-informed assistants are em- 
ployed, and customers are assured polite treatment and 
honorable dealings. 



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Xiucy R. Baker, Manufacturer of Mittens, Gloves, 
Hosiery, Infauts' Underwear, etc., Xashua, N. H.— Of 
late years there has been a great and growing demand 
for finer grades of mittens, gloves, hosiery, underwear, 
etc., for the public have come to understand the dangers 
arising from the use of inferior articles of this kind, and 
now appreciate the fact that " the best is the cheapest " 
in more respects than one. This advance in public taste 
is due to a variety of causes not necessary to mention in 
this place, but prominent among them is the practical 
proof of the advantages of wearing high-grade knit 
goods afforded by the enterprise conducted by Mrs. Lucy 
K. Baker, for since this was started in 1870, by Mrs. J. 
P. Barber, it has greatly developed, and has been the 
means of distributing an immense number of such goods 
among the people. The present owner is a native of 
Franklin, N. H., and a resident of Xashua since 1842, and 
ha? had control since 1877. Very spacious premises are 
made use of, the main building being three stories in 
lieightand 20 x GO feet in dimensions; and there being a 
two-story ell, measuring 15 x 24 feet. Jlittens, gloves, 
hosiery, infants' underwear, etc., are very extensively 
manufactured ; how extensively may be judged from the 
fact that employment is given to one hundred experienced 
assistants. This is all hand work, and is unsurpassed 
for fineness, beauty, durability and general excellence. A 
specialty is made of silk mittens, and very reasonable 
prices are quoted. 

Miss C. L. Bliss, Fancy Goods, Infants" Wear, 14.5 
Main Street, Nashua, N. H. — The establishment now 
conducted by Miss C. L. Bliss, at Xo. 14.5 Main Street, 
was opened "by the firm of Price & Bliss in 18S0, the 
present proprietress assuming entire control of the busi- 
ness in 1889. This store has become one of the most 
popular of iis kind in this vicinity. Philosophers tell 
us there is no effect without a cause, and in the present 
case the cause is so evident that it can hardly fail to be 
understood by the least observing. Miss Bliss has al- 
ways made it a point to keep faith with her customers, 
to make no announcements not Justified by the facts, and 
to offer no "bargains" that were such only in name. In 
short, she has built up her business by treating patrons 
like reasonable and intelligent people, ami the result is 
to be seen in the character no less than in ' the extent of 
her trade. Equal consideration is shown to all, and no 
goods are offered that cannot be guaranteed to prove as 
represented. The stock is both extensive and varied and 
comprise fancy goods of all kinds as well as an exeep- 
tiouallj' complete line of infants ware, including the 
latest novelties and quoted at very low prices. There is 
a competent assistant employed aiid customers are served 
politely as well as promptly. 



C. J. Walton, Jeweler, 101 Main Street, X'ashua, X'. 
II. — Among the best known and most reliable establish- 
ments of the kind in Nashua is that conducted by Mr. 
C. J. Walton, located at No. 101 Main Street. This es- 
tablishment has a well earned reputation for the excel- 
lence of its wares, and the fidelity with which orders 
entrusted to it are filled, hence its business is prosperous 
and steadily increasing. This enterprise was started 
about 1870, by its present proprietor who is a native of 
Pennsylvania. With the advancement of any commu- 
nity in wealth, intelligence and culture, the fine arts of 
decoration, and adornment prosper, and the skill and 
taste of the Jeweler is brought more constantly and 
generally into requisition. Twenty years ago it would 
have been impossible to have found customers for that 
class of goods, which are now really in the greatest de- 
maud. The stock carried by Mr. Walton, comprises the 
finest grades of watches, and a beautiful selection of 
Jewelry, also fashionable and commercial stationery, and 
all the daily, weekly and monthly papers and period- 
icals. I he entire management, of both the jewelry and 
news department, is under the personal direction of the 
proprietor, who is a man of judgment, and sound busi- 
ness principles, and of superior taste in the selection of 
his stock. 



A. M. FoUett, (Successor to J. L. Barker & Co.,) 
Dealer in Staple and Fancy Groceries, Xo. 05 Main 
Street, X'ashua, N. H. — It is almost an invariable rule 
that in all centers of business there are certain houses in 
each line of trade that stand pre-eminent, and have, by 
close attention to the wants of their customers, a thor- 
ough knowledge of the business and purchasing goods 
direct from first hands, built up a trade that goes ahead 
of that of many of their contemporaries. Such an estab- 
lishment in Xashua is the retail grocery house of A. M. 
FoUett. This house was founded in 1886 by J. L. Barker 
& Co., who was succeeded by the present proprietor in 
1889, and now has few, if any, successful rivals in the 
vicinity. Mr. A. M. Follett has been engaged in the gro- 
cery business in Concord for the past eleven years. He 
employes Mr. J. D. FuUonton as manager of his Xashua 
establishment, and occupies premises located at No. Go 
Main Street, measuring 20 by 75 feet in size. At this store 
will be found a full and choice assortment of staple and 
fancy groceries, which embraces everything usually 
handled by a first-class house in this line of trade, and 
are guaranted to be the best goods to be ol)tained in the 
market. Constant emploj-ment is given to three experi- 
enced clerks, and all orders are promptly attended to. 
Mr. Follett is a native of Fremont, X. H., and widely 
known in both Concord and Nashua. His high personal 
character is a sutticient guarantee of the substantial and 
reliable manner in which all business is transacted. Fol- 
let's fine flavoring extracts of the choicest fruits and 
spices. Lemon, vanilla, orange, rose, peach, almond, 
Jamaica ginger, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, pimento. 
The success that has attended the sale of these goods 
may be attributed to their absolute purity and great 
strength. They are carefully prepared from the best ma- 
terials to be obtained, are second to none on the market, 
and the quality w ill be strictly maintained. Their vanilla 
is made with the greatest care from the finest selected 
Mexican vanilla beans alone. Xot a grain of tonqua or 
other ingredient is used to cheapen orimpair its quality. 
It has, therefore, the very delightful andex(iuisite flavor 
of the best Mexican vanilla, in all its purity and per- 
fection. Housekeepers and others, desiring a perfectly 
pure extract of extra strength and fine delicate flavor, 
are requested to give these a trial. Put up in two, four, 
eight and sixteen ounce bottles, large size proportion- 
ately cheaper. All regular dealers have them in stock, 
A. AI. Follett, manufacturer, Concord, N. H. 



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Chas. Beaulieu, Installment Dealer in Spring Beds, 
Clocks, Comforters, House Furnishings, No. 75 Factory 
Street, Nasliua, N. H. — When a man marries and " set- 
tles down," as it is called, it soon becomes apparent to 
him that truly " there is no place like home." To make 
home as pleasant, cheerful and comfortable as his cir- 
cumstances will allow, should be the aim of every good 
citizen, and it is really surprising to see how much can 
be done in this way, even by a person of very small in- 
come. House furnishings were never so cheap as they 
now are, and if a little patience and determination be 
exercised, even a small sum of money can be made to go 
a surprisingly long way. Of course you must make your 
purchases at the right kind of an establishment if you 
wish to get genuine bargains, but there is but little dan- 
ger of the residents of Xashua going to the wrong place, 
for the store conducted by Mr. Chas. Beaulieu is too 
well-known to be passed by. This enterprise was estab- 
lished in 1887. The premises utilized are located at No. 
75 Factory Street, and are about eight hundred square 
feet in dimensions, and is one of the most popular estab- 
lishments in this vicinity, for the people have discovered 
that very superior inducements to purchasers are here 
presented, and they are not at all backward in taking 
advantage of the same. Spring beds, comforters, clocks 
and house-furnishing goods in general are on hand in 
such variety that nobody can fail to find what the}' want 
somewhere about the store. Ten capable assistants are 
employed, and the prices quoted in all departments are 
as low as it is possible on reliable and standard goods. 
The goods dealt in are sold on installments wiien de- 
sired. Mr. Beaulieu is a native of Canada, and was en- 
gaged in the furniture business for ten years in Lowell, 
previous to establishing his present enterprise in 
Nashua, and is well-known throughout this section. 



R. T. Smith & Co., Dealers in Books and Stationery, 
Pictures and Picture Frames, i37 Main Street, Beasom's 
Block, Nashua, N. H. — In a book intended for the peo- 
ple, as this is, all information as to how homes may be 
made beautiful at small expense, cannot fail to be of in- 
terest, and hence we need otter no apology for calling 
attention to the fine display of goods made by Messrs. 
R. T. Smith & Co., at their well-known establishment 
at No. 137 Main Street, for there is nothing capable of 
so thoroughly changing the appearance of a room, or of 
an entire house for that matter, as books and pictures. 
Messrs. Smith & Co., otter a very skillfully-selected as- 
sortment to choose from, and whether you wisli to pur- 
chase a new picture, or have an old one re-framed, a 
large and fine variety will be found .it the establishment 
in question, and as the prices are as low as the lowest no 
one should neglect visiting this store. Books and sta- 
tionery of all kinds are extensively dealt in, and com- 
prise the latest publications in books, and most novel 
designs in stationery. The enterprise in question was 
founded about thirty years ago, by Mr. K. T. Smith, 
who was succeeded in ISSO by the firm of R. T. Smith & 
Son, which was continued until 18si), when the present 
style of R. T. Smith & Co., was adopted. The present 
firm is made up of Mr. R. T. Smith, a native of Thelford, 
Vt., and Mr. A. T. Smith, of Hanover, N. H. Two com- 
petent assistants are employed and a prosperous retail 
business is done. The firm have shown both liberality 
and foresight in the management of their business, and 
fully deserve the success they have won. 



Indian Head National Bank, of Nashua, N. H.— 
Nearly 40 years have elapsed since the incorporation of 
the Indian Head Bank, anil it may be safely asserted 
that no other 40 years in the iiistory of the country have 
been so productive of radical changes in every depart- 
ment of manufacturing and trade. No revolution, no 
matter how peaceful it may be, can take place without 
seriously affecting values, without ruining some vested 
interests and creating others of even greater importance, 



and it therefore goes without saying that the successful 
management of a financial institution during such a 
transition period as we have noted, requires ability of a 
high order as well as strict and steadfast integrity under 
all circumstances and in the face of the strongest tempta- 
tions. The present standing of the Indian Head National 
Bank no less than its past record shows how fortunate 
the institution has been and is in its officers, and the 
more closely this record is looked into the more clearly 
it becomes evident that the residents of Nashua and 
vicinity have excellent reason for the pride they take in 
the institution, and the absolute confidence they have in 
its methods and in its future. It is impossible to con- 
ceive of a bank more closely identified with local inter- 
ests, for a more representative financial institution does 
not exist and there can be no question but tint the pol- 
icy of the management will be in the future as it has 
been in the past to give the preference to Nashua enter- 
prises whenever such a course can be followed with due 
regard of interests to the bank. From the very nature 
of things it is impossible, and unadvisable even were it 
possible, to give individual instances in detail where this 
bank has rendered aid which enabled important under- 
takings to weather financial storms which might other- 
wise have destroyed them and in so doing have worked 
incalculable injury to the community as well as to in- 
dividuals, but it is not necessary to give such instances 
in order to assure a continuance of hearty popular sup- 
port for an institution which already holds so high and 
well-deserved a position in the public esteem. Incorpo- 
rated in 1851 and actively carried on ever since, the bank 
has never been identified with an unworthy transaction, 
and it is a perfectly safe assertion that under thepresent 
management it never will be. The institution has a cap- 
ital of $120,000, occupying a central andacce>sable loca- 
tion in the N.& I.. Railroad Building, Railroad Square, and 
is in a position to perform all business entrusted to it with 
fidelity and despatch. The following is a list of officers : 

Presilient, . . . C. H. Campbell. 

Vice-President. . . D. A. Gregg. 

Cashier, • . . . Frank A. McKean. 

Assistant Cashier, . Ira F. Harris. 

Directors. 
A. G. Reed, E. F. McQuesten, V. C. Gilnian, 

W. H. Beasom, D. A. Gregg. C. H. Campbell, 

S. H. ToUes. 



A. W. Snow, Dealer in Hard and Soft Lumber, Hard 
Wood Flooring a specialty, 48 and 50 Main Street, 
Nashua, N. H. — The rapidly growing popularity of 
Hard Wood floors is the result of two things — first the 
increased attention now given to interior decoration 
(for a well-made floor is as truly a "decoration" as is a 
stained-glass window) and second the well-founded 
conviction that carpets, and in fact all floor-coverings 
with the possible exception of oil-cloths, are very unde- 
sirable from a hygienic point of view, being great absorb- 
ers of dirt and When once dirty being very difficult to 
clean without injury. To be sure, hard wood floors cost 
money, but so do carpets or even mattings, and at the 
end of ten vears at the utmost, your carpets are used up, 
while a well-laid floor made from good stock, far from 
being injured is positively improved in quality. The 
question of stock is of the very first importance, and 
builders and other large consumers who wish to put 
down floors that will give satisfaction and help to create 
a demand for more, would do well to place their orders 
with Mr. A. W. Snow who deals in hard and soft lumber 
in general, but makes a leading specialty of hard wood 
flooring, and is prepared to furnish the same in whole- 
sale lots at the lowest market rates ; the quality of the 
stock being of a character that will stand the severest 
examination. Mr. Snow has an office at Nos. 4S and 50 
Main Street and fills orders directly from the mill where 
it is manufactured. Mr. Snow is very widely and favor- 
ably known in New England business circles. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF MILFORD, N. H. 



Milford enjoys the distinction of being the largest town of the largest county in Xew Hamp- 
shire, and it is also notable among Xew Hampshire towns by reason of its containing no natural 
lake or pond, and no mountain or especially prominent hill. Comprising a large proportion of 
intervale land, its soil is well adapted to the raising of fruit, grain and hay, and agriculture is 
consequently largely engaged in, although manufacturing is by no means neglected. Unquestion- 
ably, the most famous production of the town is granite, for "Milford Granite" is celebrated for 
its many admirable qualities, and the steadily growing popularity of that stone as a monumental 
and building material is sure to prove of great benefit to the communify in the future : the present 
((Harrying interests, as extensive as they are, being but an earnest of what they will eventually 
become. The town has an area of 15,402 acres, and, despite its containing no pond, is reasonably 
well watered, the beautiful Souhegan River running through it, and affording considerable avail- 
able power during its swift but circuitous course. Various streams and brooks empty into this 
river within the town limits, and at certain seasons the broad intervale lands are comijletely hidden 
by the floods from the highlands in adjacent towns, but no damage is done thereby, — on the con- 
trary fertility is assured, and intervale crops are almost as certain as taxes — and considerably 
more welcome. 

The centennial anniversary of Milford' s birth will soon be here, and it is safe to predict that 
it will be publicly and appropriately celebrated, for the townspeople are appreciative of the 
importance of such an occasion, and when Amherst (within whose limits a portion of Milford was 
once located) observed her centennial, in 1860, they took an active part in the ceremonies. All 
the territory included in Milford was originally supposed to be in Massachusetts, but on the 
establishment of the state line in 1741, it was seen to be within Xew Hampshire jurisdiction. The 
town was incorporated January 11, 1794, the necessary act being entitled : ''An Act to incorporate 
the south-westerly part of Amherst, the north-westerly part of HoUis, the 31ile Slip and Duxbury 
School farm into a town, and to invest the inliabitants thereof with all such privileges and 
immunities as other towns in this State hold and enjoy." i\Iilford has never been called upon to 
part with any of her original territory, but on the contrary it has Ijeen added to ; 150 acres being 
taken from Amherst in 184.3, and a small tract from Lyndeborough in 1873. The first .settlements 
were made in the lands comprising the town about half a century before its incorporation, and in 
1741 the proprietors of Souhegan West granted 120 acres of land "adjoining the falls of the river, 
extending to the foot of the falls," to John Shepard, provided he would "build a good grist mill, 
keep it in repair and grind grain for the inhabitants of Souhegan West for the customary and law- 



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ful toll." Shepard performed his part of the agreement to the entire satisfaction of all parties 
concei-ned, and it was indirectly from his mill that the subsequent town took its name, for the 
river was forded near by, the crossing place being known as the ''mill ford." His name is about 
the only one borne by the more prominent of the early settlers which has not become familiar in 




Bird's-Eye View of Milford, 
From W. E. Pierce & Co.'s Wooden-ware Factory. 



this vicinity, for such names as Crosby, Hutchinson, Towne, Burns and Bradford sound very 
"homelike" to residents of Milford, and have been well and favorably known in the community 
from the very first. March 4, 1794, the first town meeting was held, and Jacob Fliun was elected 
moderator, Atigustus Blanchard town clerk, and Augustus Blanchard, Jacob Flinn and Benjamin 
Hutchinson, selectmen. William Crosby was chosen town treasurer and Benjamin Fiench, con- 
stable. There were but 25 votes cast for governor at this meeting, and it is probable that the total 
population of the town did not exceed 700, there being 1.39 tax payers. There was no settled 
minister until some time after incorporation, although a church parish had been organized in 
1782, and a meeting-house built in 1784. The frame of this house was raised by the aid of a barrel 
of rnm, two barrels of cider and a quarter of sugar; and September 2, 1784, it was voted " to board 
and shingle the meeting-house frame, and that the job be let out to the lowest bidder." The building 
was originally perfectly plain, but porches and other improvements were added from time to time, 
and it was ten years before the edifice was really completed. It was used as a town house as well 
as a church, and in 1847 was removed to a point four rods north-east of its original location, and 
fitted xip as a town haU. Stores were provided under the hall, and the basement was equipped as 
an engine house, etc. The building stood here a little more than a score of years, being again 



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moved, in 1869, to a lot near the bridge, on the west side of the village square. It was thoroughly 
repaired and refitted, and sold to private parties, an elegant new town house being built to dis- 
charge some of the functions it had so long performed. 

The first settled minister of Milford was Humphrey Moore, a graduate of Harvard, 1800. He 
was called to this town April 20, 1802, and decided to accept the offer after long deliberation, his 
letter of acceptance being dated August 2, 1802. He was ordained October 13, 1802, and was dis- 
missed March 9, 1836. Mr. Moore was a man of great force of character, ripe scholarship and 
uncompromising opinions, and his career in Milford was creditable to the town and to himself. 
He died hei-e April 8, 1871 — 69 years after he was called to Milford, and in the 93d year of his 
age. During the first seven years of his pastorate there was no church but his in town, this state 
of affairs being ended by the organization of "The First Baptist Church in Milford," September 5, 
1809. Up to 1818, this church worshipped in the school house in District No. 2. The first Uni- 
tarian society was organized in 1833, and meetings were regularly held, but this denomination had, 
as a general thing, no settled minister, and no great progress was made prior to the organization of 
the present society, in 1870. Eight years later the construction of a church was begun, and 
although the determination of the society to avoid debt delayed the work materially, the results 
attained amply compensate for this, for the building is unique in design, very thorough in con- 
struction, and ranks with the handsomest church edifices in the state. The Methodists have 




Unitarian Church, Milfoed. 

maintained a society in Milford for about 35 years, the records showing that they were given the 
free use of the town hall in 1855 and 1856. The Eoman Catholics also have a church in town, but 
its membership is very small, compared with that of most of their churches. 

The schools of Milford have always been generously maintained, and in point of practical 
efficiency have l>een and are to-day equal to any in New Eugland carried on under similar condi- 
tions. The Milford High School is especially popular and well-managed, its standing being such 
that the residents of many adjacent towns send their children to this institution. 

As early as 1796, the question of a public or semi-public library was agitated, and residents of 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF MILFORD. 



MiUord and Amherst were incorporated as "The Milford Social Library Proprietors." The enter- 
prise was prosperous for many years bwt gradually lessened in popularity, and in 1832 the corpora- 
tion's property was disposed of at public auction. In March, 1841, School District No. 1 appro- 
priated f 100 for the purchase of books to be used in that district, and $75 more was appropriated 
the following year. In 184.3, §90 more was voted, and the privileges of the lil)rary extended to the 
whole town, residents of other school districts having to pay a small sum for the use of each book 
taken out by them. The lilirary was sold at auction in 1860. March 10, 1868, the town appropri- 
ated 8500 for the estal>lishment of a free lilirary, and the following year the projirietors of the 
agricultural lil)rary, which had been organized in 1862, gave the books to be merged in this 
institution. It has since been liberally supported, and is now in a very flourishing condition. 




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Union Square, Milfoed, N. H. 

The enterprise of the townspeople is indicated to some extent by their town hall, which was 
built in 1869-70, and is one of the handsomest and most convenient iu the state. It is constructed 
of brick and granite, and at the head of the first stair-case and facing the entrance, is a black wal- 
nut case inclosing five marble tablets upon which the names of those who fell representing the 
town in the Eebellion are inscribed. There are 53 names, for Milford bore a piominent part in 
that momentous struggle, and her sons never flinched when duty called. The hall was dedicated 
with impressive ceremonies, April 27, 1870, the festivities being concluded by a grand ball held in 
the commodious new hall. 

The industrial history of Milford is of great interest, but lack of space forbids our giving it the 
detailed mention it deserves. The first attempt to carry on manufacturing was made in 1814, by 



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"The Milford Cotton and Woolen Manufacturing Corporation," who had been incorporated in 1810. 
Cotton yarn was the original production, and the making of cotton cloth by power loom was added 
in 1824. This comiiany suspended business in 1833, and was succeeded in 1837 by a new and 
energetic company which organized and operated one of the most profitable enterprises in the 
town's history. June 23, 1847, the "Souhegan Manufacturing Company" was incorporated, a 
factory designed for 4,000 spindles being erected the same year. The original tannery was built 
in 1837, and the tanning business has had considerable to do with the development of the town. 
Boot and shoe manufacturing is another i^rominent industry. 

The cooperage business is a notable local industry, as is also the furniture, fancy box and toy 
business, and the manufacturing of post office boxes and fittings. There is a national bank and a 
savings bank in town, both of which are in excellent condition. Tlie importance of the o-rauite 
business has already been referred to, and it is in this direction one must look to see what is 
destined to be the most prodnctive future source of wealth. 

As a trade centre Milford has few rivals in New England among towns of no greater popula- 
tion, for her merchants are numerous, reliable and euterinising, and attract trade from all the 
adjacent country. The local farmers send over $50,000 worth of milk to Boston annually, and this 
business is steadily increasing. 

Among the natives of Milford have been many who have made their mark in the world, but it 
is safe to say that the Hutchinson family have done more than any other to spread the reputation 
of the old town. A more remarkable family of singers never existed, and their services in the 
cause of Abolition form a prominent part of the history of that wonderful movement. "When the 
family lived on the old homestead and attended divine service, the church would be crowded l)y 
people coming from near and far to hear them sing. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILFORD, N. H. 

John McLane, Manufacturer of Complete Postoffice can be shown to establish the point that tliey never fail 

Outfits ; Patent Wire Bottomed Lock and Call Boxes a to give complete satisfaction. A very extensive plant is 

specialty ; < )tlices : Cliicago, 20,5 Lake Street ; Boston, .57 devoted to their manufacture, so tliat all orders can be 

Sudbury Street; Washington, G29 F Street; Factories, filled at short notice; and it is worthy of note that Mr. 

Milford, X. H.— The business conducted by .John Mc- McLane ships postoffice outfits to every state and terri- 

Lane was founded about seventeen years ago, but it was tory in the Union, and guarantees their safe arrival at 

carried on in a small way until it came into the posses- any railway station, lie uses the most improved macliin- 

sion of the present proprietor, who is a man of energetic ery, driven by a one hundred and twenty-five horse en- 

and enterprising metliods, and has spared neither trouble gine, and the process of manufacture is so thoroughly 

nor expense to develop the undertaking; with what sue- systematized that the utmost accuracy and economy" are 

cess may be judged from the fact that more than seven attained, enabling him to quote low prices on uniformly 

thousand postoffices are now supplied with his produc- superior goods. Branch offices are maintained at No. 

tions, while the demand for them is steadily increasing. 20.5 Lake Street, Chicago; .57 Sudbury Street, Boston, 

Mr. McLane is a native of Scotland, and has been identi- and G29 F Street, Washington, D. C, and all orders left 

fled with his present business a little more than a decade. at these points or sent directly to the Milford factories, 

He is a director and vice-president of the Souhegan are assured immediate and careful attention. 
National Bank, has served as state representative, and 
has done much to advance Milford's interests, being 

prominent in town aflairs, and a leading member of the SEE NEXT PAGE FOR 

Improvement Society. Mr. McLane manufactures com- 
plete post office outfits, making a specialty of patent tii j a- c -n t. txev t\ laj. 
wire-bottomed call and lock boxes. These boxes are con- UluStratlOn Of Post Office Ontflt 
ceded to be the best in the market, being handsome, con- 
venient, clean and secure ; and convincing testimonials Manufactured by Mr. McLane. 



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Hotel Howison, George V. Tarletou, Proprietor, 
Milford, N. H.— Even if we had the necessary data at 
hand to enable us to give the names of all who have 
managed the property now known as Hotel Howison, it 
would hardly be expedient to do so, for it has been util- 
ized for hotel purposes for about a century, and it is 
hardly necessary to add that the list of proprietors 
would be a very long one. In 1884, it came into the pos- 
session of Mr. Frank Xewell, who was succeeded in 1887 
by Mr. John Kenney, and he in 1889 by the present pro- 
prietor, Mr. George V. Tarleton, who is a native of this 
town, and has a very large circle of friends throughout 
this section. Mr. Tarletou having for the past eighteen 
years an unlimited experience as caterer, having spent 
seven years at the Fabyan House and four j'ears at Pro- 
file House, White Mountains, of Xew Hampshire. Also 
several years in the South, having acted for O. G. Bar- 
ron in opening the new Putnam House, Pal.itka, Fla. 
The Howison was called the " Union Hotel " until 1889, 
and despite its age, it is a thoroughly comfortable and 
modern house in its appointments, for it has been mate- 
rially enlarged from time to time, and under its present 
management has been thoroughly renovated, and, in 
fact, made •' as good as new,'" as "the saying goes, in 
every respect. The hotel contains twenty sleeping 
rooms, is heated by steam throughout, and affords com- 
fortable accommodations at all seasons; everything in 
and about the premises being kept in first-class condi- 
tion, and the service being especially prompt and efli- 
cient, employment being given to from twelve to fifteen 
assistants. When Mr. Tarleton assumed control, he an- 
nounced his determination to spare no pains to make it 
home-like to all, and if the verdict of his guests is to be 
accepted as flnal, there is no doubt but that he has car- 
ried that policy out to the letter. The table is bounti- 
fully supplied with seasonable and well-cooked food. 
and the bill of fare is varied enough to suit the most 
diverse tastes. Regular and transient boarders will be 
accommodated at reasonable rates, and summer tourists 
will find the Howison a most agreeable and convenient 
house to put up at, as it is located in a beautiful and 
healthful country, and is adjacent to many special 
points of interest, among which are the following: 
Famous Ponema Spring, three miles; Federal Hill, three 
miles; Amherst Mineral Spring, five miles; Mount Ver- 
non Heights, five miles ; Purgatorj-, six miles. Milford is 
rapidly gaining in favor as a summer resort, and the 
pleasant company one meets here is by no means the 
least powerful attraction. Mr. Tarleton is ably seconded 
by his very obliging and capable clerk, Mr. Elbridge G. 
Smith, who has had many years experience in hotel life, 
both as proprietor and clerk. He is faithful and oblig- 
ing, and thoroughly understands every branch of the 
hotel business. Mr. Smith has hosts of friends, and is 
very popular with every one who chances to meet him. 

W. E. Peirce & Co., Wholesale Cooperage, Manu- 
facturers of and Dealers in Barrels, Kits and Kegs, Mil- 
ford, X. H. — The immense variety of articles, comprised 
within the general title of "wooden ware," is appre- 
■ciatcd by but few outside of those engaged in handling 
tbem. and doubtless many of our readers will be sur- 
prised to learn that the productions of a single Milford 
concern carrying on this branch of industrj' are so many 
in number that a complete li^t of them would occupy an 
entire printed page. The firm in question buy the trees 
in the woods and make into anything wanted, and as 
they utilize an extensive plant of improved machinery, 
and employ from twenty-five to one hundred experienced 
assistants, thej- are in a position to fill tlie heaviest 
orders at short notice, and to quote the lowest market 
rates on any and all of the articles manufactured. The 
business was founded in 18.50, b)* Messrs. Putnam, Chase 
& Co., and in 1804, came under the control of Messrs. W. 
L. Peirce & Co., Mr. Peirce liaving previously carried on 
a similar enterprise in Manchester. His son, Mr. W. E. 



Peirce, was born in that city, and being literally 
" brought up in the business," is thoroughly familiar 
with it in every department, and succeeded to its owner- 
ship in 1878 under the firm-name of W. E. Peirce & Co. 
The premises utilized comprise among others two build- 
ings measuring 40 x 70 feet each, and a third building, 
two stories in height and 150 x HO feet in dimensions, 
located near the railroad, and used as a storehouse. (See 
cut in historical sketch). Among the more prominent 
articles manufactured may be mentioned barrels, kits 
and kegs, for fish, syrup, lard, pickles, tripe, provisions, 
etc., together with dry packages, such as coffee, tobacco 
and nail kegs, and any package of white pine of less than 
twenty gallons capacity. Turned and solid ware and 
irregular goods, clothes plus, rolling pins, wood spoons, 
butter spats, lumber, boards, stock blanks, and all man- 
ufactures of eastern woods are also produced, and spec- 
ial goods will be made to order and painted or finished in 
any style. Equal inducements are offered to purchasers 
of fine goods and coarse work, and the firm are prepared 
to quote prices on any wooden article delivered anywhere 
in the union. Orders have been shipped to such distant 
points as New Orleans and San Francisco, and the mag- 
nitude of the business is such that four thousand cords 
of wood have been used in a single year. 

Holt Bros., Dealers in Chicago Dressed Beef, Pork, 
Mutton, Poultry, Fruits, Vegetables and Provisions of 
all kinds. Butter, Cheese, Eggs and Canned Goods, Xo. 
4 AVadleigh Block, Xashua Street, Milford, N. H.— For 
three years past the verj- attractive store of Holt Bros, 
has been one of the popular sources for the supply of 
meat in this section of Milford. and this establishment 
is constantly increasing in public favor and patronage- 
Messrs. Holt Brothers are natives of Wilton, X. H. The 
premises occupied are S.^x.^O feet in dimensions, and are 
very complete in their appointments, being provided 
with every requisite for the proper conduct of the busi- 
ness in all seasons. These gentlemen are dealers in 
Chicago Dressed Beef, Pork, Mutton, Poultry, Fruits, 
Vegetables and Provisions of all kinds. Butter, Cheese, 
Eggs and Canned Goods of the best brands. This store 
is located at No. 4 Wadleigh's Block, Nashua Street, 
Milford, N. H. Customers are assured courteous and 
attentive service, and the entire establishment is con- 
ducted in a systematic and honorable manner. Besides 
dealing extensivel}' in the above named goods which 
embrace all one could expect to find in a first-class meat 
market, these gentlemen do some butchering. They 
have proved to be smart business men, and are deserving 
of the confidence and esteem of their patrons and fellow 
citizens generally. 

J. M. Iiaws, Ladies' and Gents' Fine Boots, Shoes 
and Slippers, opposite Post-office, Milford, X'. H. — This 
is a well appointed store, and all customers are treated 
in a courteous and intelligent manner. Mr. Laws is 
enabled to anticipate and fully meet the wants of the 
jjublic, in the various styles of goods in which he deals. 
The stock carried is a large and finely selected one, 
consisting of Fine Boots, Shoes and Slippers for Ladies 
and Gentlemen. A fine assortment is shown, comprising 
goods especially adapted to street anil party wear, and 
the latest novelties in this department are early at hand. 
Mr. J. M. Laws succeeded Mr. F. H. Goss in this 
business in 1888, and Is building up a large and thriving 
trade by reason of the able and honorable manner in 
which he has served his customers. His store is 20x40 
feet in dimensions, and is located opposite the Post-olfice 
in Milford, N. H. Mr. Laws is a native of Sharon, X'. 
H. He is highly esteemed among the business men as well 
as in the social circles of this vicinity. He is the Town 
Clerk, which position he has held for the last fifteen 
j-ears. He fully deserves the extensive patronage he 
receives, and all goods are warranted, and the prices are 
moderate and just. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILFOED. 



W. Ii. Winslow, dealer iu Lime, Cement, Brick, 
Hair, Sand, Drain Pipe and Plaster, Milford, N. H.— 
Neither lime nor cement are very imposing things to 
look at, and were we not aware of the immense impor- 
tance these humble articles possess in building and 
manufacturing, we might not consider them worthy of 
even passing notice. But look at what they do! The most 
massive walls, the most magnificent structures are held 
together by the apparently insignificant articles we have 
mentioned, and not only the architectural beauty of our 
cities and towns, but the very lives of the community 
are dependent upon lime and cement. It is but a year 
or so ago since a whole block of new buildings fell in 
the city of New York, causing considerable loss of life, 
and all because of the defective character of the mortar 
used, by reason of the greed of the contractor. To 
obtain a meritorious and really reliable article, it is 
necessary to patronize a meritorious and really reliable 
dealer, and certainly those who have had dealings with 
Mr. W. L. Winslow doing business in Milford, will not 
think of disputing that he is worthy of being described 
in just such terms. Mr. Winslow does both a wholesale 
and retail business in lime, cement, fire-brick and all 
kinds of pressed brick, hair, sand, drain pipes and plas- 
ter. Competent assistants are employed, and orders are 
attended to as soon as received, and prices are in accor- 
dance with the very lowest market rates. 

E.G. Batchelder & Co. Dealers in French and Ameri- 
can Dry Goods, Small Wares, Paper Hangings, etc., Mil- 
ford, N. H.— It is unquestionably a fact that the larger a 
stock is, other things being equal, the more chance there is 
to find just what you want at that store, but many people 
make the mistake of judging the attractiveness of a stock 
by its size alone, and" so jump at the conclusion that the 
great city dry goods stores, for instance, offering the im- 
mense assortments that they do must consequently offer 
inducements which no smaller establishment can equal. 
Now this by no means follows, for making the compari- 
son between a great city store and that conducted by 
Messrs. E. C. Batchelder & Co., iu this town, it will be 
found that while of course the city store contains much 
the larger stock, that carried by Messrs. E. C. Batchel- 
der & Co. is selected expressly to suit local trade, and is 
actually more desirable for residents of Milford and 
vicinity to choose from. And another thing. The city 
store caters more to transient than to regular customers ; 
the Milford firm must depend for its support principally 
upon regular patrons, and hence consults its own inter- 
ests by striving to make every customer a permanent 
one by treating him or her honorably and liberally. A 
large proportion of the residents of Milford and vicinity 
appreciate the advantages gained by patronizing home 
enterprises, and hence Messrs. E. C. Batchelder & Co. 
do a large business, and are thus enabled to buy and sell 
cheaply. Operations were begun more than thirty-five 
years ago by Mr. E. C. Batchelder, who is a native of 
Amherst, N. II., and in 1889, became associated with Mr. 
A. J. Hutchinson, a native of Beloit, Wisconsin. A very 
clean, varied and generally attractive stock of English, 
French and American dry goods, small wares, paper 
hangings, etc., is constantly on hand, the latest novelties 
being well represented. Three competent assistants are 
employed, and prompt and polite attention is assured to 
every caller. 

A. E.Wheeler, Fish, Oysters, Canned Goods, Fruit, 
Nashua St., Milford, N. H. — There is hardly a physician 
of any note but what will agree that it would be well for 
the health of the community as a whole if more fish and 
less meat were consumed, for although meat is a valua- 
ble and healthful article of food still it is hurtful when 
eaten to excess, and three families out of five unquestion- 
ably do consume too much of it. The residents of 
Milford are very fortunate as far as the fish supply is 
concerned for our local markets are supplied at all 



seasons with an abundance of fresh and salt water fish 
and with ocean food of all descriptions as for instance 
oysters, clams, lobsters, etc. Among Milford's retailers 
of these products we take pleasure in making especial 
mention of Mr. A. E. Wheeler doing business ou Nashua 
street for he not only carries an attractive and varied 
stock of thoroughly reliable fish, oysters, canned goods, 
fruit, etc. ; but he quotes ^jrices as low as the lowest and 
caters to all classes of trade makiog it a poiut to show 
uniform courtesy to every caller. This establishment 
was founded iu 1882 by Messrs. Perkins & Wheeler and 
so conducted until 1884 when Mr. Wheeler assumed the 
full control of the business, and quite an extensive trade 
has been built up a large proportion being regular cus- 
tomers. Mr. Wheeler deals in fresh and salt fish, and 
shell fish of all kinds, making a specialty of oysters 
which he furnishes in quantities to suit at the lowest 
market rates. Canned goods and fruits are also dealt in 
and no trouble is spared to handle oulj' such articles aa 
will prove just as represented. 



J. E. Bruce, Dealer in Groceries, Crockery and 
Glassware, choice Teas and Coffees a specialty, Milford, 
N. H.- — It is safe to say that no better known or more 
truly representative business enterprise can be found in 
Milford than that conducted by Mr. J. E. Bruce, for this 
is one of the oldest established business houses of this 
kind in this section, and its proprietor is a prominent 
and representative merchant in the full sense of the 
term, not only on account of his long and honorable 
business career but also by reason of his having been 
active in public life and thus becoming widelj' known in 
other than business circles. Mr. J. E. Bruce is a native 
of Mt. Vernon, N. H., and has served as Selectman, as 
Overseer of the Poor, as Town Clerk, as Town Treas- 
urer and as Representative to the Legislature. The en- 
terprise with which he is identified was inaugurated in 
1848, by Messrs. J. E. Bruce & Co., who were succeeded 
in 1851 by Messrs. Bruce & Tyler. In 1853 a removal to 
the present location was made and in 1861 ]Mr. Bruce 
assumed sole control. He deals extensively in grocer- 
ies, crockery, glassware, etc., carrying a large and care- 
fully chosen stock and making a leading specialty of 
choice teas and coffees. His goods are uniformly reli- 
able, his prices uniformly low, and as employment is 
given to two efficient assistants and prompt service thus 
assured to all, it is no wonder that his establishment 
should be one of the most popular in town. 



J. Shannahan, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, 
Milford, N. H. — If there be one line of expenditure in 
which extravagance is excusable it is in the purchase of 
foot-wear, for one's appearance and comfort are so large- 
ly dependent upon the character of the foot-coverings 
worn, that it is always advisable to "get the best" when 
the choice of boots and shoes is in question. Happily 
there is no need of spending large sums of money in 
order to get shoes that will fit well, look well and wear 
well, for improved manufacturing methods have reduced 
prices to a minimum, and put comfortable and stylish 
goods within the means of all. Of course, there are some 
retailers who quote lower figures than others, but resi- 
dents of Milford need not search far to find a store where 
desirable goods are offered at bottom figures, for Mr. J. 
Shannahan has established a wide-spread reputation for 
that very practice, and his establishment is consequently 
very popular among discriminating buyers. Business 
has been carried on by Mr. Shannahan for about thirty- 
five years, and is the oldest shoe store in Milford. The 
store utilized is 18 by 30 feet in dimensions and is stocked 
with boots, shoes and rubbers of every description. Mr. 
Shannahan has the exclusive sale in Milford of the W. 
L. Douglas shoes and the assortment is so complete in 
every department that all tastes can be suited at very 
reasonable rates. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILFOBD. 



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The Morse & Kaley Manufacturing Co., Manu- 
facturers of Ball Knitting Cotton; Established 1840; 
Milford, X. H. — An enterprise, which has been success- 
fully conducted for half a century, may reasonably 
claim especially prominent mention in such a book as 
this, and certainly none of our Milford readers will think 
of denying to the undertaking carried on by the Morse 
& Kaley Manufacturing Company the right to be classed 
among the most truly representative industries of the 
town. It was founded by Mr. T. Kaley in 1840, was con- 
tinued by Messrs. Morse, Kaley & Co., and passed under 
the control of the present company on its incorporation 
in 1883, with a capital of $50,000. Mr. F. E. Kaley is 
treasurer, and Mr. L. C. Billings, superintendent, both 
these gentlemen being thoroughly familiar with the 
practical details of the business, and fully competent, as 
well as determined, to maintain the enviable reputation 
it has held so long. The company is engaged in the man- 
ufacture of ball knitting cotton, and operates a most 
complete and efficient plant of improved machinery es- 
pecially adapted to this purpose ; both water and steam 
being available for motive power, so that the business 
can be carried on without interruption at all seasons, the 
engine being of seventy-five horse-power, and capable of 
driving all the machinery in use. The mill comprises 
three stories and an attic, and measures 40 x 120 feet, 
there also being a commodious picker room, an engine 
room and an ottice. Employment is given to from fifty 
to sixty assistants, and the product is distributed all 
over the country, being supplied to retailers by the lead- 
ing jobbers of New York, Boston, Chicago, and other 
great trade centres. Both as regards qualitj' and price, 
it will bear the severest comparison with any goods of a 
like character iu the market, and after years of trial, it 
is firmly established in the esteem of both dealers and 
consumers. The ball knitting cotton made by this com- 
pany is warranted to weigh sixteen ounces to the pound, 
and is manufactured in all numbers of white, and all the 
fashionable shades. It is sold by all first-class dry goods 
and trimming stores, and is conceded by competent 
judges to be superior to all others for the purposes for 
which knitting cotton is used. Our lady readers will be 
particularly interested to learn that after repeated and 
costly experiment and months of labor, the company has 
produced an absolutely stainless fast black darning cot- 
ton, which is warranted not to injure the strength of the 
yarn, fade or turn green, and which will stand the acid 
test. As there are many so-called " fast " black darning 
cottons on the market, which are fast only in name, the 
company has obtained for the protection of customers 
the SOLE RIGHT to usc a BLACK CARD for darning yarns, 
and have registered it as its trade mark. Therefore, by 
calling for the " black card "" fast black darning cot- 
ton, you are assured of getting a perfect article. Each 
card is warranted to contain over thirty yards, and to 
help our readers in avoiding imposition, we present a 
fac-simile above. 




H. H. Barber, Dealer in Dry Goods, Millinery, Car- 
pets and Paper Hangings, Milford, N. H.— It is to the 
fair sex that the dealer in dry goods, millinery, etc., 
looks for the bulk of his patronage, and as this is the 
case, it is evident that among the ladies can the popu- 
larity of an establishment of this kind be best ascer- 
tained. Abiding by the verdict there obtained, we have 
no hesitation in according a prominent position to the 
enterprise carried on by Mr. H. H. Barber, for this un- 
dertaking must be well worthy of patronage or it would 
never receive the many warm commendations we have 
heard bestowed upon it. Mr. Barber was born iu Nashua, 
N. H., and began operations here in 1879, succeeding 
Gray & Howard. The premises utilized comprise one 
floor and basement, each twenty-five hundred feet in di- 
mensions, and fully occupied with a heavy and skillfully- 
selected stock of dry goods, millinery, etc., of standard 
quality, embracing many of the latest and most fashion- 
able novelties of the day. In the line of carpets and 
paper hangings such decided inducements are oflTered as 
to more than repay the trouble of a \'islt, and we need 
not remind those who have had dealings with Mr. Bar- 
ber, that every article leaving his store is sure to prove 
just as represented. Employing from ten to fifteen effl- 
cient and always courteous assistants, he is able to as- 
sure all callers quick and polite attention, and, as is well- 
known, makes it a point to allow no one to undersell him. 



Thos. Winters, Contractor and Builder, shop rear of 
Burns Block, Milford, N. H.— The work of the contrac- 
tor and builder may be said to precede that of nearly 
every other trade, for houses and stores must be built 
before they can be occupied, and no surer index of the 
commercial prosperity of a community is known tlian 
that aft'orded by the condition of the building industry. 
We have therefore given this branch of trade consider- 
able prominence in this book, and take pleasure in 
mentioning among the most reliable contractors and 
builders to be found in this vicinity, Mr. Thos. 
Winters. This gentleman has been engaged iu business 
in Milford and vicinity for several years, and is well 
known throughout the "trade for the thorough charac- 
ter of his work and the conscientious manner in which 
all agreements are carried out. The premises utilized 
are located in the rear of Burns Block, and all neces- 
sary facilities are at hand to give prompt and skillful 
attention to orders for building of all descriptions. 
Seven to eight assistants is the average number employed, 
and this force can easily be increased at short notice, 
when occasion requires. Mr. Winters is very moderate 
in his prices, and by using honest material and insisting 
upon honest workmanship, he has gained a high and 
well-<leserved reputation. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILFORD. 



Souhegan National Bank, Milford, N. H.— The en- 
terprise now carried on by the Souhegan National Bank 
had its inception fully 33 years ago, for this institution 
was incorporated as a state bank in 1855, being reorgan- 
ized under the national banking laws ten years later, and 
having its charter extended in 1885. The bank has been 
thoroughly well managed from the first and stands to- 
day in the front rank of such financial institutions as 
occupy a similar field of usefulness, being firmly ground- 
ed in the confidence of the business community, and 
being conducted with especial regard to the development 
and protection of home enterprises. Without disputing 
the fact that "business and sentiment cannot successful- 
ly be raised " it may still be asserted that sentiment 
may sometimes be a potent factor in directing the 
operations of a purely business undertaking, and indeed 
the most sternly practical men will admit that judicious 
public spirit is essential to the building up of a solidly 
successful business of any magnitude. As the officers 
and directors of the Souhegan National Bank are thor- 
oughly and practically familiar with local needs and 
local resources it is obvious that they are excellently 
well-fitted to direct the affairs of the institution, and in- 
deed the record it has made aftbrds convincing proof of 
intelligent and able management ; while the carrying of 
a surplus fund of more than •S.'SSiOOO on a capital stock of 
$100,000 shows that the management is conservative as 
well as progressive. But the citing of specially chosen 
fio-ures such as these may convey an entirely erroneous 
idea of the standing of an enterprise and therefore we 
present a complete detailed statement of the condition of 
the bank at the present writing, January 21, 1890 : 



KESOURCES 
Loans and Discounts, $166,915.11 
United States Bonds, 2.5.000 
Cash, 20.884.31 

Nat. Bank Redemption, 27,106.43 
Other Stocks, Bonds, .Sro. 2,000 
Real Estate. 3,000 

Taxes and Expenses, "9.72 

Premium. 6,000 

Redempt'nFn'd, U. S. Tr. 1.125 



LIABILITIES 

Capital Stock, $100,000 
Bills Emitted, 22,500 
Surplus Fund, 35,389. 02 
Deposits, 93,586.76 

Interest, 644.79 



$252,110.57 $2.52,110.57 

This is certainly a gratifying showing and reflects great 
credit on the officers and directors, a list of whom is 
herewith given : President, C. S.Averill ; Vice-President, 
John McLane; Cashier. F. T. Sawyer ; Assistant Cashier ; 
F.W.Sawyer; Directors. C. S. Averill, John McLane, 
Henry H. Barber, James iE. Webster, Frank Hartshorn. 
A general banking business is done, including the re- 
ception of deposites, collection of drafts, discounting of 
approved commercial paper, etc., and the accounts of 
corporations, institutions, business firms and individuals 
will be received on favorable terms. 

J, A. Wheeler, Crockery, Glass, Stoneware, etc., 
Mrs. J. A. Wheeler. Books, Stationery, etc., Milford, N. 
H.— Although the enterprise conducted by Mr. and Mrs. 
J. A. Wheeler are quite distinct in one sense of the word, 
still as they are both carried on in the same store and as 
our space is necessarily limited, we may be excused for 
considering them together. Mr. Wheeler is a native of 
this town and founded his present business in 1875. lie 
deals in crockery, glass and stoneware, lamps and lamp 
o-oods, etc., and always has a complete and desirable 
stock to choose from, embracing many of the latest nov- 
elties besides full lines of staple goods. His prices aver- 
age as low as the lowest, and customers can rest assured 
that whatever they purchase of him will prove precisely 
as represented in every respect. Mrs. Wheeler carries 
a carefully selected assortment of books, stationery, 
etc., and "is also in a position to furnish many of 
the most successful novelties in her special line, for 
her stock is renewed at short intervals and hence is al- 
ways fresh and attractive. Both business and social 
stationery are dealt in and moderate prices are quoted 
«n all the articles liandled. 



Milford Savings Bank, West Side Union Square, 
Milford, N. H. — All our readers are familiar with the 
proverb, •' One man may lead a horse to water, but a 
dozen men cannot make him drink,"' and, of course, 
there is a great deal of sound sense conveyed by this say- 
ing; but, nevertheless, it maybe interpreted incorrectly, 
and it would most certainly be an erroneous interpreta- 
tion to maintain that the leading of the horse to water 
would not aid him to drink in the least. For the same 
reasons, it would be absurd to argue that the establish- 
ment of such an institution as the Milford Savings Bank 
does not materially aid a community to save money. Of 
course no compulsion is exercised ; no direct persuasion 
even is attempted, but the people cannot help seeing the 
advantages offered them ; they cannot help appreciating 
that their savings will be absolutely secure in such hands, 
and they cannot help being influenced to a considerable 
degree by the action of their neighbors, — therefore, 
every man that saves a dollar and deposits it in a bank 
aids others to do the same thing ; and there is no ques- 
tion whatever but that a thoroughlj' reliable savings 
bank can and does do more to inculcate saving habits in 
the community in which it is located in one year than 
the most convincing and eloquent arguments and pleas 
could do in a decade. As this is the case, think of what 
has been accomplished by the Milford Savings Bank 
since its incorporation in 1859. But little of its good 
work shows on the surface ; like many other powerful 
forces, it is all the more strong for exerting an unseen 
and unheralded influence, but enough is evident to make 
it clear that not one of our local institutions is worthy of 
more cordial and earnest support. For more than thirty 
years has this bank been carried on with uniform ability 
and success, and its officers, past and present, have abun- 
dant reason to feel proud of its record from the begin- 
ning. Its financial condition is excellent, and it has a 
guaranty fund of $55,000, a surplus of more than .$48,000 
being shown, and a detailed statement only makes the 
solvency of the bank more clearly apparent, as the fol- 
lowing figures will sliow : 

Condition of the Milford Savings Bank of Milford in the 
County of Hillsborough, on the first day of August, 1889. 
STATEMENT. 

LIABILITIES. 

Due Depositors, $1,197,397.57 

Surplus, 38,395.10 

Guaranty Fund, 55,000.00 

Premium Account, 8,935.00 



RESOURCES. $1,299,727.73 

Mar. Yal. Par. Val. Val. on B'ks. 

Loans on R. Est.. 798,988.67 798,988.67 798,988.67 

Loans on Col. See'y, 17,850.00 17,8.50.00 17,850.00 

County, City, Town 

and Dist. Bonds, 254,.545.00 265,600.00 265,600.00 
Bank Stock, 30,570.00 28,700.00 28,700.00 

Eailroad Stock, 450.00 600.00 600.00 

Railroad Bonds, 9,500.00 9.000.00 9,000.00 

Miscellaneous Bonds. 98,900.00 99,000.00 99,000.00 
Other Investments, ."i4,S53.52 54,853.52 54,8.53.52 

Real Estate, 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 

Real Estate, by fc'r, 1,425.00 1.425.00 1,425.00 
Deposit in 

Souhegan Nat. Bank. 20,269.28 20,269.28 20,269.28 

Cash, 441.26 441.26 441.26 

1,290,792.73 1,290,722.73 1,299,727.73 

The President is Mr. Dexter S. Burnham ; the Vice- 
Presidents, Messrs. William M. Knowlton and Robert M. 
Wallace ; the Secretary and Treasurer, Mr. Clinton S. 
Averill ; and the Clerk, Mr. William A. Guild ; while the 
Board of Trustees is constituted as follows : 
C. S. Averill, W. M. Knowlton, John E. Bruce, 
R. M. Wallace, D. S. Burnham, G. E. Clark, 
John Hadlock. John A. Ober, Wm. H. W. Hinds, 

Carl E. Knight, John McLane, James E. Webster. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILFOSD. 



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F. W. Ordway, Liverj, I!o;ud aud Feed Stable, Uuiou 
square, Milford, X. H. — The average man who depends 
on livery stables to furnish him with the means of riding, 
does not desire or expect that lie will be furnished with 
animals equal to Maud S. or Goldsmith Maid, but what 
he does want is a horse that will road from eight to 
twelve miles an hour for a reasonable distance, witliout 
having to be constantly and vigorously urged that driv- 
ing becomes a task rather thau a pleasure. Of course 
there are some men who are never satisfied no matter 
how superior the accomodations are at their command, 
but the majority are more reasonable, and as a proof of 
this, notice the success attained by Mr. F. W. Ordway 
since he opened his present establishment in 1885. This 
gentleman who is a native of Loudon, N. H., has striven 
from the first to serve the public in a satisfactory manner. 
That this endeavor has been appreciated, his large pat- 
ronage proves, and we can assure our readers that no- 
where in the vicinity, can more desirable turnouts be ob- 
tained at more reasonable rates than prevail at Mr. 
Ord way's stables. He has 2G stalls and gives employment 
to from 2 to 4 competent and practical assistants and all 
who wish to avail themselves of the advantages to be ob- 
tained by patronizing Mr. Ordway will find the best of 
care and feed for boarding horses. In fact everything re- 
quired to constitute a first-class livery, board, feed and 
sale stable can be found here. He does an extensive sale 
business in horses, carriages and harnesses and every- 
thing pertaining to a complete team outfit, robes, 
whips, halters, blanljets, etc, etc. 

C. E. Kendall & Co., Flour, Grain and Groceries, 
Milford, N. H.— The firm of C. E. Kendall & Co. began 
operations in 1882 but the enterprise they conducted is 
of much earlier origin, iiaving been carried on for some 
years before it came into the posession of Mr. A. A. 
Gilson, in 1867. He was succeeded in 1880 by Messrs. 
Gilson & Kendall, who gave place to the present concern 
two vears later,- this being constituted of Messrs. C. E. 
Kendall and W. H. Clark, the former a native of Law- 
rence, Mass., aud the latter of Derry, N. H. Mr. Clark 
is a resident of Paxton, Mass. The firm deal very ex- 
tensively in flour and grain, feed, etc., maintaining a 
large and well-equipped grist mill, and doiug both a 
wholesale and retail business. They also deal extensive- 
ly in agricultural implements, farming tools, etc. They 
also carry on an extensive retail grocery trade, and fur- 
nish commodities of standard quality at the very lowest 
market rates. The grist mill occupies two floors of the 
dimensions of 60xS0 feet, and there is a grain room 
measuring 20x60 feet, besides otlier premises comprising 
2 floors of the dimensions of 30x56 feet. As may be im- 
agined from these figures, JFessrs. C. E. Kendall & Co., 
carry an extremely heavy as well as varied stock, and 
as they employ 7 efficient assistants they are in a posi- 
tion to fill the largest orders at short notice. Baled hay, 
peat moss, lime, cement, etc., are handled in addition to 
the commodities already mentioned ; and one of the most 
popular features of the management is the policy of 
giving equally prompt and careful attention to both 
large and small orders. 



F. C. Anderson, Dealer in Cutlery, Station- 
ery, Fancy Goods, Foreign Fruits, Confectionery, 
Ice Cream, Cold Soda, Tobacco and Cigars. No. 
6 South side common, Milford, X. H. — There are 
few establishments more interesting to visit thau 
those commonly known as "General Stores"' for 
the extent and variety of the stock is so great as 
_^ to make it attractive to all tastes. One of the 

^^'^^^^ best examples of a varied stock of which we have 
V\ knowledge is that carried by Mr. F. C. .\nderson 
here in Milford. The undertaking to wliich we re- 
fer was established by A. C. Fisher, who 
conducted it about fifteen years and after one or 
two changes in its management came into the 
possession of its present proprietor in 18S!>. The premi- 
ses utilized are located at No. 6 South side common, and 
measures about 600 feet. Mr. Anderson handles cutlery, 
stationery, fancy goods, foreign fruits, confectionery, 
ice cream, cold soda, tobacco and cigars, doing an exten- 
sive retail trade. Mr. Anderson was born in Milford, N. 
H., and is well and favorably known throughout this 
section. The secret of the success he has met with in 
developing his present enterprise is probably to be 
found in the close personal attention he gives to every 
detail of the business, for by so doing he is enabled to 
guarantee satisfactory service to his customers, and to 
supply them with the best goods the market aflbrds at 
the lowest possible rates. 

B. F. Foster, Auctioneer, Undertaker, Dealer in 
Furniture, Foster Block, Union Square, Milford, N. H. 
— One of the most active and best known business men 
in town is Mr. B. F. Foster, who carries on operations 
in Foster block. Union square, wliere he utilizes three 
floors; the first being 31x40 feet in dimensions, and the 
second and third measuring 56x40 feet each. He is a na- 
tive of this town and in 1882 began business as an 
undertaker, adding auctioneering and appraising in 1888. 
Mr. Foster utilizes the second floor of his store for un- 
dertaking purposes and carries a well chosen stock of 
funeral goods, being prepared to fill orders for anything 
in tills line at very short notice, and to quote prices that 
are in every instance as low as the lowest. He is very 
successful as an auctioneer and those who have occasion 
for the services of one in that line of business would 
best serve their own interests by giving him a call. 
Second-hand furniture is very largely dealt in and will 
be sold either at auction or private sale, so that custom- 
ers can exercise their judgment as to which method they 
prefer to make use of. Feather beds aud bedding in 
general will be thoroughly renovated at short notice ; 
and in every department of the business no trouble is 
spared to fully satisfy every customer. 

James Brabaney, Carriage and Sign Painter, Elm 
Street, Milford, N. H. — Mr. Jas. Brahaney is very widely 
known throughout Milford and vicinity for he has built 
up a large business in the painting of carriages and signs. 
The shop utilized by Mr. Brahaney is located on Elm 
street, and is supplied with all necessary facilities for 
the filling of orders in a thoroughly satisfactory manner 
and at the shortest possible notice. Carriage and sign 
painting is an art, aud as in order to obtain the best re- 
sults it is necessary not only to use carefully chosen stock 
but toemploy skilled and careful labor, the advantages to 
be gained by dealing with such a man as Mr. Biahauey be- 
comes obvious. He is aided by competent and reliable 
assistants and we have no hesitation in guaranteeing 
complete satisfaction to all whomay favorhim with their 
orders, these being filled at short notice, and at the lowest 
rates consistent with the use of standard stock aud the em- 
ployment of skilled labor. There is one thing that should 
always be borne in mind, and that is that the kind of 
stock used and the manner in which it is applied have 
everything to do with the economy of the process. 



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J. W. Ryan, Livery Stable, Good Teams at reason- 
able prices, Orders by Mail or Telegraph will receive at- 
tention, south side Union Square, MiJford, oST. H. — It 
would be a shame indeed, if there was no waj' by which 
strangers in town or others not owning horses could 
take advantage of the many beautiful drives in the vic- 
inity of Milford, but fortunatelj' abundant opportunity 
is offered to enjoy the drives mentioned, as one of the 
best equipped livery stables in this section of the state 
is carried on by Mr. J. W. Ryan, on the south side of 
Union Square, where a stable is utilized, equipped with 
all conveniences usually to be found at a first-class es- 
tablishment. This enterprise was inaugurated by C. G. 
Hatch, the present proprietor assuming entire manage- 
ment in 18S7. This gentleman is a native of Milford and 
endeavors to serve the public in the best possible man- 
ner. As a consequence his establishment is a very pop- 
ular one, and we can unreservedly commend it to our 
readers, for we know that all patrons are assured cour- 
teous treatment, and that the teams furnished are neat, 
stylish and satisfactory in every respect. Horses en- 
trusted to the care of this stable will be given the best 
of care and accommodations, and any special directions 
given will be conscientiously observod. The prices are 
extremely reasonable, and no one entering iuto business 
relations with Mr. Ryan, will have reason to regret it. 
Mr. Ryan has been Chief of Police for the past six years, 
and in which capacity he has proved a faithful officer. 



Lyford & Kendall, dealers in Groceries, Crockery 
Ware, Cigars, Tob-acco, etc.. Town House, Milford, N. 
H.— There are probably but few citizens of Milford who 
are not familiar with this establishment, as trade in this 
line has been carried on here for many }'ears, but all who 
have been interested in business, have marked the im- 
provements and the increase of popularity which this 
house has gained since Messrs. Lyford & Kendall have 
had the management of affiiirs which took place about 7 
years ago. The premises occupied comprise a store 
25x70 feet in dimensions and a basement, located in the 
Town Hall block, Milford N. H., and are well fitted for 
the uses to which they are put, being so arranged as to 
accomodate in a convenient manner the various articles 
handled. The stock is large and varied consisting of 
flour, tea, coftee, sugar, spices, molasses, etc., in fact 
everything which a first-class grocery house is expected 
to carry and of the best quality for family use. These 
goods which are sold in any desirable quantity, are se- 
lected with the excellent good judgment which these 
gentlemen have displayed in all departments of their 
business. They are consequently in a position to oflTer 
the most desirable goods at as low rates as they can be 
purchased in town. They also carry a full assortment 
of crockery ware which will be found to embrace new 
and fashionable styles in this line. You can find here a 
select and favorite brand of cigars and tob.acco, etc. Mr. 
Lyford is a native of Vermont and Mr. Kendall is a na- 
tive of Tyngsboro, Mass. These gentlemen have become 
highly respected as honorable business men. 



HUlsborough Mills, Manufacturers of Carpet Yams ; 
Nash Simons, Treasurer and Manager, Postoffice, Wil- 
ton, N. H. — The Hillsborough Mills are really located in 
the town of Milford, but as the postoffice address is Wil- 
ton, the establishment is commonly spoken of as a Wilton 
enterprise, and should be classed among the industries 
of that town. The business was founded in 1S67, and was 
carried on by the Pine Valley Company up to the time of 
the incorporation of the present company in 1873. Some 
of the most prominent business men in New Hampshire 
are identified with this enterprise, which is one of the 
most extensive of the kind in New England, and involves 
the employment of a capital of $220,000. Mr. W. W. 
Bailey, of Nashua, is president of the company, Mr. 
Nash Simons being treasurer and manager. The various 
buildings occupied are large in size, convenient in ar- 
rangement and location, and complete in equipment; the 
result being that the company are enabled to easily 
handle their immense business, and to secure that great 
desideratum in their mauufactured product — the maxi- 
mum of quality with the minimum of cost. The plant of 
machinery in use is of the most improved type, and in- 
cludes two water wheels capable of affording three hun- 
dred horse-power; a two hundred horse engine being 
available in time of a scarcity of the water supply. The 
main mill is three stories in height, and ISO x 50 feet in 
dimensions ; the picker house comprising two stories, 
110 X 30 feet in size, and the weave room measuring 
145 X oG feet. A commodious stock house, located on the 
railroad, is also utilized. The company make a specialty 
of the manufacture of carpet yarns, and find a ready 
market for this product, as no goods bear a higher repu- 
tation in their special line, they being used by some of 
the leading manufacturers of the country. This desirable 
condition of aftairs is but the legitimate result of the 
methods employed, for from the selection of the raw 
material to the shipping of the finished product, careful 
and skilful supervision is exercised over all the inciden- 
tal processes; and as the most improved and efficient fa- 
cilities are at hand and experienced help is employed, it 
would be strange were the product not equal to the best. 
The magnitude of the business and the perfection of the 
system governing it, combine to reduce the cost of pro- 
duction and put the company in a position to meet all 
honorable competition by quoting the lowest market 
rates and filling the most extensive orders at short 
notice. The manufacture of flannel blankets is a distinct 
and important department of the business, which, in all 
its branches, gives employment to one hundred and fifty 
hands, and has proved a most potent factor in the de- 
velopment of the resources of this section of the state. 

John A. Twiss & Co., Plumbers, Steam and Gas 
Fitters, Burns Block, Milford, N. H.— In the light of 
modern discovery, it seems odd that disease should be 
looked upon as inevitable, and an epidemic as a judgment 
upon the people, and in point of fact, these views of 
such things have about passed away and the people are 
coming to know that the plumber can do more to prevent 
disease than the physician can do to heal it. This of 
course is a general statement and is not applicable to 
every call or to every plumber either, but nevertheless, 
there is no denying that many a house is a hot- bed of dis- 
ease, that were it properly drained, etc., would be as 
healthful a tenement as could be wished for. Many 
people call themselves "plumbers." Many plumbers 
call themselves " sanitary engineers," but after all it is 
just as well to be on tlie safe side, and if you want to 
secure the services of a really reliable plumber, to em- 
ploy one who has had an extended experience as Mr. 
John A. Twiss has. This gentleman founded his present 
establishment in 1S89, under the firm name of Wilson & 
Twiss, and a few mouths after assumed full control of 
the business. He may be found at Burns Block, and 
orders left there for Plumbin;^, Steam and Gas Fitting, 
will receive prompt and skilful attention. Employment 



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is given to only competent assistants. Mr. Twiss gives 
close personal attention to all work entrusted to nim, 
and can confidently guarantee satisfaction to every cus- 
tomer. He uses the most improved plumbing devices, 
and is very reliable and moderate in his charges. 

Dr. Flake, Dr. Fred M. Wetherbee, Dentists, Mil- 
ford, X. H. — If the residents of Milford and vicinity al- 
low their teeth to remain uucared for it is certainly not 
for Lack of opportunity to have them properly attended 
to, for in Dr. Fiske they have a dentist who has prac- 
ticed his profession iu town for 22 years, and in Dr. 
AVetherbee they have a graduate of the Boston Dental 
College (than which no similar institution in the world 
has a higher reputation), who began practice in Milford 
in 1SS7. .These gentlemen are not associated in the ordi- 
nary business sense of the word, that is to say they are 
not in partnership, but they utilize the same room and 
carry on operations in a manner which aflbrds better 
service to the public than would be the case were their 
practices entirely distinct, so it is fitting that a notice of 
one should include the other. The most improved ap- 
paratus and appliances are at hand for the 
practice of dentistr.y in all its branches, and 
everything from the extraction of a single tooth 
to the making of a full set of artificial teeth, 
is done in accordance with the most approved methods, 
the result being that patients are spared all uunecessary 
discomfort and that all work can be depended upon in 
every respect. Modern dental science has eliminated 
nearly all the pain that was once thought to be insepa- 
rable from surgical treatment of the teeth, and it is a fact 
that very few dental operations need now cause any 
suffering whatever. This is important, for the reason 
that many people are deterred from having their teeth 
put in order by fear of the pain they believe to be inev- 
itable, but we can assure our readers this is an entirely 
mistaken idea when held in connection with such meth- 
ods of operation as are employed by Drs. Fiske and 
Wetherbee. These gentlemen are uniformly moderate 
in their charges, and are prepared to guarantee their 
work iu every resi)ect. 



Foster Brothers, dealers in Beef, Pork, Mutton, 
Veal, Lard, Tripe, Butter, Cheese, Eggs, Poultry and 
Country Produce of all kinds, store, east side of Union 
Square, Milford, N. H. — There are manv people in this 
community who are perfectly satisfied with the meat and 
provision dealer they now patronize, and to these we do 
not address this article as it is an excellent idea to " let 
well enough alone." for one cannot be more than satis- 
fied, that is sure. But there are others who have reason 
to complain of their present accommodations, and such 
will be interested in knowing the market carried on bj- 
Foster Brothers on the east side of Union square, as 
one of the best managed in Milford, and that we can 
cordially commend it to those looking for a reliable 
establishment at which to purchase family supplies. 
The enterprise in question was established in 1870, by 
Messrs. Kitridge & Robinson. Mr. X. W. Robinson 
assuming entire control in 1872, and a few mouths later, 
in the same year, was succeeded by the present firm. 
Both Mr. O. H. and E. E. Foster are natives of Temple, 
N. H. They cater especially to family trade, and carry 
so large and well selected a stock as to enable all trades 
to be suited and all means to be provided for. The 
premises utilized comprise a market 20 bj- 80 feet in 
dimensions; also a Slaughter Barn, while the stock con- 
stantly dealt in includes Beef, Pork, Mutton, Veal, Lamb, 
Tripe, Butter, Cheese. Eggs, Poultry and Country Pro- 
duce of all kinds. Employment is given to assistants 
who will be found competent and obliging. The Messrs. 
Foster quote bottom prices on everj- article sold, and 
guarantee that they will prove strictly as represented. 



Eagle Plating Company, H. C. Shaw, Manager, 
Milford, N. H. — It it unfortunate that so large a propor- 
tion of the plating done at the present time should be of 
a distinctly inferior character, for poor plating is neither 
useful or ornamental, excepting for a very short period, 
and tends to disgust the public with plating in general, 
and to create a prejudice against articles so treated. It 
is practically impossible for the ordinary observer to 
discriminate between good and bad work of this kind 
when new, so the only assurance one can have that he is 
getting his money's worth is that aflbrded by the stand- 
ing of the firm or individual with whom he deals. It is 
obviously for the advantage of reputable manufacturers 
to have their goods honestly and skilfully plated, and 
there is no surer way of bringing this about thau by plac- 
ing their orders with the Eagle Plating Company, which 
is prepared to do nickel and silver plating at short notice 
and in a uniforml)- superior manner, as all necessary fa- 
cilities are at hand, and no trouble is spared to attain re- 
sults that will satisfy the most critical. The corapaoy 
began operations in Milford in 1SS8, and came under the 
control of the present proprietor and manager the fol- 
lowing year. The gentleman in question, Mr. H. C. Shaw, 
is a native of this town, and is too well and favorably 
known here to need extended personal mention. He 
gives careful personal attention to every order, and em- 
ploys sufficient assistance to enable him to execute com- 
missions without delay, and at prices that will bear the 
severest examination and comparison. 

J. A. Mixer, House Painting, Kalsomiuing and 
Paper Hanging, also, Glass and Y'aint Stock, Milford, 
X. H. — In the olden times all decorative and beautiful 
artistic work was confined to the religious and public 
buildings and the palaces of the favored rich. Xow 
through the adv<ancing influences of civilization, the 
achievements and effects of artistic coloring are brought 
within the reach of almost everyone who can appreciate 
their value, and the higher tone and happiness which 
have thus been brought into our life is of the greatest 
influence and value. The refined taste exhibited every- 
where in this branch of business causes one to stop and 
wonder if this industry has not reached the height of 
perfection. Among the well-known business men of 
Milfi'rd is the familiar name of J. A. Mixer. As a 
painter he has no superior in this town, and as the busi- 
ness was established several years ago by Mr. Mixer, it 
is recognized as one of the leading ones in Milford. Mr. 
Mixer being favored by the finest class of custom in 
the town, as he does very fine work in house painting, 
decorating, paper hanging and kalsomiuing. Six ex- 
perienced hands being employed. This enterprising 
gentleman is re.ady at short notice to execute any order 
which may be entrusted to him, and guarantees perfect 
satisfaction in every respect. Mr. Mixer deals in glass 
and paint stock, and occupies premises in the rear of 
Burns' Block, where all orders may be left for any of 
the above named lines of work, which will be given 
immediate and skillful attention, and be executed in the 
most satisfactory manner possible. 

E. E. Hubbard, Photographer, Milford, X. H.— 
Probably in no branch of the arts have more improve- 
ments been made during the recent years than in the art 
of photography, and the avidity with which inventions 
of latter days have been availed of by the profession, is 
a convincing proof of the spirit of enterprise, which has 
been a distinguishing feature of those interested in this 
most available of all arts. Business in this line has been 
conducted here for many years. After several changes 
Mr. F. H. Goss managed matters until 18S."), when the 
present proprietor. Mr. E. E. Hubbard, became possessor 
of the premises. He is a native of Candia, X. H. The 
appliances and apparatus used are of the best, and com- 
prise as perfect an establishment of the kind as can be 
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best work is here executed, while the prices are mod- 
erate. Great care and attention is paid to each individ- 
ual in regards to proper light, position and other sur- 
roundings which are very essential in the making of a 
pleasing as well as a correct picture. Mr. Hubbard has 
had an unlimited experience in the copying business, as 
he run a copying house previous to his entering business 
in Milford, and now has facilities for copying pictures 
from a locket to life size. He has lately been putting 
out >iome very fine life size crayon work. Any one think- 
ing of having a crayon picture, or enlargement of any 
kind, will do well to call and see his samples, and get 
prices as low as the lowest. Mr. Hubbard makes a 
specialty of outside views, and has a collection of one 
hundred of the prettiest views in and around Milford, 
which he is pleased to show at any time, and if you wish 
to buy, will sell for io cents each. If you wish a view 
of your residence, place of business, or any bit of scen- 
ery, you can do no better than to call on him and have 
it done in the most satisfactory manner. 



A. HEALD & SON, 

Manufacturers of 

Beneli Planes U Cooper Tools, 




MECHANIC MILLS. MILFORD, N. H. 

Price List Sent on Application. All Our Flanee TVarranted. 



P. S. All kinds of Picture Frames manufactured to order and 
Pictures Framed at moderate cost. 



D. F. Thompson, Successor to J. M. Smith & Sou, 
Dealer in Ladies', Gents," Misses" <and Children's Boots, 
Shoes, Kubbers, of the latest styles, Gent's Fine Calf 
Boots made to Order, Hamblett's Block, west side the 
Square, Milford, N. H. — Tliere is no better known man 
in connection witli the retail boot and shoe trade of Mil- 
ford than Mr. D. F. Thompson, for this gentleman has 
been prominently identified with tlie line of business in 
question ever since 1873, and the establishment is one of 
the oldest shoe stores in town, and is a favorite with 
those who appreciate neat, good fitting and fashionable 
foot-wear at reasonable prices. Mr. Thompson is a suc- 
cessor to J. M. Smith it Son. He is a native of Amherst, 
N. H., and served in the army during the late Southern 
Rebellion, and has also been Representative. The prem- 
ises are located iu Hamblett's Block, and are 20 by 33 
feet in dimensions, and the assortment on hand is at least 
as complete as that to be found in any similar establish- 
ment in Milford, and a large family trade is carried on, 
as customers find goods suited to .ill ages, from the wee 
toddler not yet able to walk alone, to the old lady or 
gentleman who think more of comfort than anything 
else when choosing foot-wear. Gent's fine calf boots 
are made to order. The prices quoted at this establish- 
ment are extremely low, and purchasers may save money 
by buying here. Ladies", gents', misses' and children's 



boots, shoes and rubbers of the latest styles are largely 
dealt in, not only such as are suitable for street and bus- 
iness purposes, but those adajjted to party wear as well, 
while adults, both ladies and gentlemen, will find an un- 
equalled variety to select from at bottom prices. Mr. 
Thompson employs capable and polite assistants, and 
every customer is served promptly and assured uniform- 
I3' courteous treatment. 



"W. F, French, Successor to D. S. Buruham, dealer 
in Drugs and Medicines, Standard Pharmaceutical Prepa- 
rations. Hardware, Paints and Oil*, Glass and Seeds of 
all Kinds, Milford, N. H. — The business conducted by 
Mr. W. F. French miy be said to have been founded 
many years ago by Dr. Eldridge, although it h;is been 
greatly extended and to some extent changed, for while 
Dr. Eldridge sold drugs, etc, only, Mr. French handles 
many other commodities, as for instance Hardware, 
Paints and Oils, Glass and Seeds of all kinds. The sale 
of Hardware, etc., was begun in 1S70, when the founder 
was succeeded by INIessrs. Wheeler & Burnhani, this firm 
giving place to Mr. D. S. Burnham in 1874 and the pres- 
ent proprietor succeeding Mr. Burnham iu 1SS9. Mr. 
French was born iu this town and is too well known to 
need extended personal mention. He employs two as- 
sist.ants and spares no pains to not only maintain but to 
increase if possible the enviable reputation the enterprise 
has long held for liberal and careful management. The 
premises made use of comprise one floor and a basement 
of the dimensions of 20x70 feet, and an ell measuring 
20x50 feet; a very large and varied stock being carried 
and all orders being accurately filled at short notice. 
Drugs, medicines and chemicals of all descriptions are 
dealt in, and prescriptions will be compounded in the 
most skilful and painstaking manner at short notice and 
ift low rates ; while a full line of patent medicines and 
pharmaceutical preparations in general is kept in stock. 
L.ack of space forbids detailed notice of the assortment 
of hardware, paints, oils, etc., but suffice it to say it is 
complete in every department and is made up of goods 
that are fully warranted to prove as represented. 

Emerson & Ware, Manufacturers of Mirror Backs, 
Tool Chests, Chair and Lounge Frames, Custom Jobbing 
Attended to Promptly, Mechanics Mill, Milford X. H.— 
Among the various industrial enterprises carried on iu 
this town none bear a higher reputation in its special 
line than that conducted by Messrs. Emerson & Ware, 
for during the 23 years that it has been before the pub- 
lic the management have spared no pains to keep good 
faith with customers and have built up the business by 
strictly legitimate methods ; their policy being to give 
full viilue for money received in every instance. Oper- 
ations were begun in 1867 by Mr. S. B. Emerson, and the 
present firm was formed in 1887, the partners being 
Messrs. W. K.Emerson, a native of Wilton, X. H., and 
W. H. Ware, who was born in Addison, Vt. Both these 
gentlemen are thoroughly familiar with the practical de- 
tails of the business, and as they give personal attention 
to the filling of orders besides employing competent as- 
sistants, they are in a position to guarantee that no 
inferior work sh.all leave their establishment. Premises 
measuring 30x75 feet, and equipped w'ith all necessary 
machinery, etc., are utilized, and the manufacture of 
mirror backs, tool chests, chair and lounge frames, etc., 
is carried on in a skillful and painstaking manner, select- 
ed stock being used and every precaution taken to 
maintain the enviable reputation so long associated with 
the enterprise. Custom jobbing will be attended to 
promptly and satisfactorily and moderate prices rule in 
every department of the business. 



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BIRDS 

STUFFED 



TO 



ORDER. 




SKINS MIDE UP INTO 

Ornamental Mats. 
GAME BIRDS, Ete. 

FOR SRLtE. 



Send your Birds, Squirrels, Pets, Fox or other Skins for Mats where they will be done in first- 
class shape at a cost of aljont half charged in cities. 

My experince covers over three thousand specimens ; small birds may be sent by mail, and 
larger ones by exj^ress. Always put your name and address on every box sent, to avoid mistakes 
in returning specimen. Send fop Priee Iiist. 

I am also prepared to do Job Printing, and guarantee satisfaction every time. 
JAS. P. MELZER, IVIILFORD, N. H, Printer and Taxidermist. 



H. L. Bartlett, Cash Dealer iu Flour, Grain and 
Groceries, Pure Teas ; Coflees and Spices a specialty, 
Milford, N. H. — An enterprise that has been successfully 
cerried on for ten or fifteen years certainly deserves 
mention in our columns, and as that now conducted by 
Mr. H. L. Bartlett has been established fully that length 
of time, it will be seen that it has pronounced claims to 
our attention. It was originally founded by C'has. 
Rossiter, who was succeeded by the firm of Bartlett & 
Dodge in 1879, and they by A. C. Hatch & Co. in 1885, 
and since 1S87 has been under the able management of 
the present proprietor. Mr. Bartlett is a native of Mil- 
ford, and of course, is thoroughly acquainted with every 
detail of the retail flour, grain and grocery business, for 
if he were entirely ignorant of the business when he 
began, (which was not the case) he has had ample 
oiiportunity to master it in every part. The premises 
utilized are of the dimensions of 20x80 feet. We do not 
know the precise value of the stock carried by Mr. 
Bartlett, but it must reach a high figure, for not only is 
the assortment on hand very extensive, but it is com- 
posed to a considerable degree of choice articles. In 
fact this store has a well-earned reputation in this vicin- 
ity for containing as desirable a selection of line flour, 
grain, groceries, pure teas, coflees and spices, as is to be 
found in this section, and we can assure the most 
fastidious of our readers that they can here find goods 
suited to their tastes. The prices quoted are remarkably 
low considering the uniform and superior character of 
the commodities handled, and as employment is given 
to active and obliging assistants. 

Emerson & Son, retail dealers in Furniture, Win- 
dow .Shades and Draperies, Brattleboro, Vt. ; Milford, 
N. II. — Messrs. Emerson & Son are conceded by com- 
petent Judges to offer as decided and genuine induce- 
ments to buyers of furniture as any firm in the State, 
and indeed it would be strange were thej' not able to 
meet all honorable competition for they have every 
facility at their command, ami the senior partner has 
had a quarter of a centuries' experience as a manufac- 
turer of furniture frames and tables. The gentleman to 
whom we have reference, Mr. S. B. Emerson, is a native 
Wilton, and is associated with his son, Mr. H. I.. Emer- 
son, who was born in Milford. The firm have a large 
establishment in Brattleboro, Vt., which they have 
carried ou since 18S5 ; the one in this town having been 
under their control since 1881. It is located on South 
street, and is very spacious, the premises comprising two 



floors of the dimensions of 30x100 feet, and two room 
measuring 40x50 feet 'each. A heavy and varied stock 
of furniture of all kinds, window shades, draperies, etc., 
is constantly carried, and all purses as well as all tastes 
can be perfectly suited from this exceptionally complete 
assortment. Repairing is m.ade a prominent specialty, 
every necessary facility being provided to enable orders 
to be filled in a superior manner at short notice and at 
moderate rates. Employment is given to three efileient 
assistants, .and callers may safely depend upon receiving 
prompt and courteous attention, and upon having goods 
represented to them precisely as they are. There is a 
great deal of cheap and worthless furniture on the mar- 
ket, and care should be taken to patronize a house which 
always keeps good faith with its customers. 

W. K. Putnam, Manufacturer and Dealer in Fine 
Harnesses, Robes, Blankets and everything in the line 
of Horse Furnishing Goods. Repairing attended to at 
short notice. Opposite Post Oftice, Milford, X. H. — 
There is a good deal in knowing that the harness you are 
using is thoroughly and skillfully made from honest ma- 
terials, for when a man is sure that such is the case, he 
is much less apt to get excited and nervous when he 
finds himself in a "tight place " on the road, and conse- 
quently, it is much pleasanter for him and for any com- 
panions he may chance to have. In order to obtain such 
a harness you must patronize a reputable dealer, and we 
know of none more worthy of every confidence than is 
Mr. W. K. Putnam, carrying on business riglit here in 
Milford, his premises being located opposite the Post- 
oflice. This gentleman is a native of Xcw Hampshire 
and carries a very desirable stock of harnesses, robes, 
whips, blankets and other articles for the use of horses 
and horsemen. Mr. Putnam is a harness maker of experi- 
ence and ability and allows no work to leave his establish- 
ment that can fail to satisfy any reasonable customer. 
He makes h.arnesses to order at short notice, and gives 
specal attention to repairing in all its branches using 
selected stock and taking care to do the worlc durably as 
well as neatly. Very reasonable prices arc quoted, and 
a steadily increasing business is done. Do not forget 
to "collar"' round and see him, as he "h.ames" (.aims) to 
serve all with bargains that you want to "buckle" ou to, 
at prices that " take the cake " lof Harness Soap.) He 
•'waxes'" strong, and trusts you will not lose the "thread" 
of the discourse. — and hopes this will "stirrup" trade, 
and "spur" buvers into action, as "awl" you "needle" 
be found at W."K. Putnam's, Milford, X. H. 




HISTORICAL SKETCH OF WILTON, H. N. 

The first effort made to settle the territory, comprising and adjacent to the present town of 
Wilton, was made a little more than one hundred and fifty years ago. June 19, 1735, Samuel King 
and others presented a petition to the Massachusetts General Court asking that land be given them 
in commemoration of their services during the expedition against Louisburg, in 1690. In answer to 
this petition, a committee was appointed to lay out a township containing six sipiare miles, and 
return a plat thereof to the court, within a year, for confirmation. The tract laid out included the 
present Lyndeborough and the north part of Wilton, and was called Salem-Canada, the name Salem 
being applied to it, as it was then supposed to be in Essex County, Mass., of which Salem was the 
shire town ; and Canada, of course, was in remembrance of the Louisburg exijeditiou. About one- 
third of the Wilton of to-day was formerly a part of Salem-Canada, the rest of the township being 
made up of "township No. 2," granted in 1749. In June, 17(51, a petition was presented to the 
Governor of New Hampshire, asking for incorporation, and the prayer was granted the following 
year, Wilton being incorporated June 25, 1762, its name being taken from an ancient English town. 
This act was to remain in force until Jan., 1765, and when that date came around another act was 
passed "to have continuance until his Majesty's pleasure shall be further known."' 

Scarcely three years after incorporation, the area of the town was materially lessened in con- 
sequence of a petition addressed to the Governor and Council by the inhabitants of Peterborough 
Slip, to have one mile of the west part of Wilton added to Peterborough Slip to make a new town. 
Although the petitioners also asked that one mile be added to the east part of Wilton to com- 
pensate for the territory they wanted for their own purposes, the residents of Wilton vigorously op- 
posed the petition, and prayed that Peterborough Slip be annexed to their town. The opposition 
was of no avail, and a strip of land, half a mile wide and five miles long, was added to Peterbor- 
ough Slip, the resulting township being known as Temple. This left Wilton a tract five miles long 
by four and a half wide, and no changes have since been made in the town's area. The surface of 
the town is very uneven, and, although there are no mountains, there are no plains either of any 



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considerable extent, the prevailing characteristics of the surface being high hills and deep valleys. 
Kimball's and Mansur's Hills are the highest elevations, and from them a grand and extended view 
may be had ; comprising the entire basin formed by the Temple, New Ipswich and Lyndeborough 
Mountains, called the Pack Monadnock. The town is not so well watered as the majority of 'Sew 
Hampshire communities, there being no natural lakes or ponds within its limits. The chief stream 
is the Souhegan River, which rises in Ashburnham, Mass., and empties into the Merrimack Eiver 
in the town of Merrimack. It takes a northeasterly course through Wilton, and during its passage 
through the town is joined by Gambol Brook, flowing from the West ; and Xorth Stream or Stony 
Brook, flowing from the Xorth. The Souhegan and its tributaries furnish considerable water-ijower 
in Wilton, and have been most potent factors in the development of the town. Thei-e is very little 
sandy soil in Wilton, and the most valuable mineral products are brick-clay -and granite. Some 
very extensive ledges of this stone ai-e present, and the granite is of fine quality for building pur- 
poses, and may be quarried with comparative ease. The climate is generally rather severe in win- 
ter, but during the summer it is delightful, and the fine scenery, enjoyable walks and drives, pure 
air and imve water attract many tourists to Wilton ; between two and three hundred visiting the 
town every summer. The first settlers came from Danvers, Mass., and for three years the wife of 
Jacob Pntnam was the only woman in town — a fact which helps to give an adequate idea of what it 
means to settle a virgin country. For aljout ten years there was more or less danger of Indian at- 
tacks, but no resident of the town was ever killed or captured by the Indians, except Henry Par- 
ker, Jr. , who perished in the massacre at Fort William Henry, on Lake George. The first meeting- 
house in the territory, which was sub- 
sequently to become Wilton, was 
built before November, 1752, this be- 
ing one of the conditions named in the 
grant. The church was but a rude log 
cabin, and was taken down after be- 
ing used some twenty-one years. Its 
successor was a large two-stoiy build- 
ing, and when its frame was raised, 
September 7, 1773, a shocking and 
fatal accident occurred, resulting in 
the killing of four men and the injury 
if forty-nine more ; some of whom 
were crijjpled for life. This accident 
was caused l)y the failure of a post 
supporting one of the central beams ; 
and, although it has frequently been 
Barnes' Falls, Wilton, N. H. insinuated that the rum consumed at 

the raising had something to do with it, there is no evidence supporting that supposition. Intoxi- 
cants were used at every raising in those days, and were openly partaken of by' ministers during 
pastoral visits, by haymakers in the field and by workmen in the saw and grist mills, but intoxi- 
cation was much less common than it is to-day — owing perhaps to the fact that the liquors were 
pure and unadulterated. 

The church was u.sed for a town hall, until its destruction by fire in 1859, and in 1860, a town 
house was built, — this being sold in ISGS, to a company, who named it " Citizens" Hall," and u.sed 
it for concerts, lectures, etc. Town meetings were then held in the depot hall in the East Village 
for a time, it finally being voted to build a town house in that community. The necessary land was 
given by the Messrs. Whiting, and the building was erected at an expense of $20,000, and dedi- 
cated January 1, 1885. 

The first mill in Wilton was at Barnes' Falls, and was used for grinding grain, etc., the first 




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saw mill being built not long afterward, and there were four mills in the town prior to the outbreak 
of the Eevolution. The pioneer attempt to carry on manufaoturing on a large scale was made by 
the Wilton Manufacturing Company, 'organized in 1S4S, and beginning production in 1S51. Carpet 
yarn was quite extensively manufactured, and the mill was in generally successful operation for 
about twenty-one years. Colony Brothers began the manufacture of flannels in 1883, and the same 
year the Wilton company began to make cotton warps, yarns and twine. There are some well- 
equipped grist mills, saw mills and planing mills in town, and considerable wooden ware of various 
kinds is produced. Carriage making is a representative industry, and writing desks and fancy 
boxes are quite largely manufactured. Milk has been a leading product of the town for a third of a 
century, a milk car being run to Boston daily. The development of Wilton has been more or less 
hindered by unfortunate accidents, the town having suffered much from fire and from the disastrous 
flood of 1869. The Daniels' defalcation cost between !?80,000 and $100,000 ; the failure of the Pine 
Valley Company cost shareholders 860,000, and the Milford Bank robbery brought about a loss of 
$10,000 ; but, although these occurrences have retarded advancement, they have, by no means, pre- 
vented it, for the community is steadily growing in wealth and general prosiierity, and its indus- 
trial and mercantile enterprises are in a most flourishing condition. 

The residents are generally public-spirited, and liberally support the schools, — the result being 
that these will compare very favorably with those of other communities of equal size. There is 
some very delightful society to be had in the town ; and those whose duty lies in Wilton and vicin- 
ity, certainly have no reason to complain that their lot is not " cast in pleasant places." 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WILTON, N. H. 




Everett House, S. B. Center, Proprietor, Wiltou, N. 
H.— The Everett House is the only hotel in Wilton, but 
strangers, who may expect poor accommodations on 
learning this fact, will find themselves most agreeably 
disappointed when they come to make trial of the accom- 
modations provided, for if there is a hotel in the state, 
outside the larger cities, which is entitled to rank as 
" first-class," it is the one in question. Xor will the Ever- 
ett House sufier from comparison witli the leading city 
hotels. Of course it is smaller, but it is not a whit less 
comfortable, and the furnishing and general equipment 
throughout are first-class In every respect, and even as 
regards size, a very favorable showing can be made, for 
there are thirty-six commodious and pleasant guest 
rooms, and other apartments in proportion. This house 
was built by Mr. S. N. Center, and during the year 1876 
was carried on by Mr. E. P. Hutchinson, who was suc- 



ceeded by Mr. S. N. Center in 1877. In 1882, Mr. Smith 
assumed the management of the property, giving place 
to Mr. S. B. Center, the present proprietor, in 1SS9. The 
building is still owned, however, by Mr. S. X. Center. It 
is heated by steam, and is so constructed and arranged 
as to be a thoroughly comfortable hotel at all seasons of 
the year. The present proprietor is a native of this town, 
and has a host of friends throughout this section. He 
has made the Everett more popular than ever, and is un- 
tiring in his efforts to make his guests feel entirely at 
home, and to serve their cou.venience in every way. The 
table is bountifully provided for, and the bill of fare is 
varied enough to suit all, while the cooking and service 
are excellent. Add to this the fact that there is a good 
livery connected with the house, and that the terms are 
uniformly moderate ; and it must be conceded that the 
Everett House offers exceptional inducements to tourists 
and the general public. 

W. H. Barnes, Undertaker, Wilton, X. H.— Mr. W. 
H. Barnes has established an enviable reputation through- 
out Wilton and vicinity as a reliable undertaker and 
funeral director, on account of tlie promptness and 
courtesy shown in the filling of orders and the very moder- 
ate prices quoted. The assortment of funeral goods is 
exceptionally complete and includes everything in that 
line, such as coffins, caskets, robes, etc., and the prices 
quoted are in every instance as low as the lowest. Em- 
balming will be done in accordance with the most 
approved methods at short notice, and the entire direc- 
tion of funerals will be assumed if desired. Mr. Barnes 
gives close person.al attention to all orders and strives to 
steiidily maintain the high reputation he now holds in 
the estimation of the residents of Wilton and vicinity. 
Orders by mail or messenger will be attended to as 
promptly as though given in person. 



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Wilton Savings Bank, Post Office Block, Wilton.— 
If savings Banks had no other utility they would still 
sei've a useful purpose as a means of guaging the general 
character of a community. Where you And savings 
banks, there you will find a profitably employed, indus- 
trious, intelligent and honest people ; for nothing exists 
without a cause and savings banks are not established in 
•communities incapable of appreciating and utilizing them. 
Unquestionably there are times when no people, how- 
•ever industrious and jsrudent, can save money, for 
business depression is quite indeijendent of local condi- 
tions and a partial diminishing of consumption may 
reduce or destroj- the incomes of thousands who liad 
nothing to do with bringing it about, but it is then that 
savings banks especially prove their usefulness, for what 
thej- have received in prosperity is restored with interest 
in time of adversity to those who had the foresight and 
the will to provide for the future so far as it was within 
their power to do so. And it is within the power of 
every wage earner. Dou"t think because you can't save 
ten dollars a month that it is not worth while saving any- 
thing, but save five dollars a month. If you can't 
manage that (and there are few who can't if they have 
the pluck and will to honestly try), save four dollars, 
three dollars, two dollars, one dollar,— but save some- 
thing anyway. You can do it. There is no one who can 
earn money that can't put aside some of it, and if the 
will is present the opportunity will not be absent. The 
recent marked increase in the deposits in the Wilton 
Savings Bank is a very significant and gratifying indi- 
cation of prosperity, and we are glad to be able to say 
that there is not a bank in the state in which money caii 
be placed with more absolute security, or which is more 
carefully and conscientiously managed. The record of 
of this institution since its incorporation in 1S64 is not 
unfamiliar to our readers and it is therefore hardly 
necessary for us to state that it reflects the highest credit 
on the officers past and present. The bank has always 
been carried on by men who had the best interests of the 
community at heart, and the standing of the individuals 
now forming the management is the best possible evi- 
dence of the entire reliability of the enterprise. That it 
has the confidence of the people and is availed of b}' 
those for whom it is designed is best shown by the fact 
that a late statement showed the total amount on deposit 
to be •S125,9G1.4.3 and the number of depositors to be 002, 
an average of $209 and a fraction to every depositor. The 
same statement showed a total surplus of -§13,359.22 and 
In all its details proved the financial condition of the 
bank to be beyond criticism. The officers of the insti- 
tution may well take pride in such a showing and are to 
be congratulated on the results of their management 
Their names are as follows : President, E. G. Woodman ; 
Treas. Geo. E. Bales; Trustees, E. G. Woodman, Moses 
Clark, Geo. I. Doe, Peter H. Clark, Henry N. Gray, F. 
M. Pevey, D. E. Procter, Fred Colony, Daniel Cragin, 
Wm. D. Stearns, Lewis Jingley, Geo. E. Bales, Nash 
Simons. 

Lewis Tingley, Harness Manufacturer. Main Street, 
Wilton. X. H. — During the more than twenty years that 
Mr. Lewis Tingley has carried on operations in this town, 
his productions have become so generally known and so 
highly esteemed throughout this section that nothing 
that we can say concerning them will be news to 
our WiUou readers, but as this article will be read by 
many outside that town, we may say that the main dis- 
tinguishing characteristic of the harness, etc., made by 
the gentleman in question, is reliability. His goods 
prove just as represented.— there is no guess-work about 
the matter, they are carefully m.ide from selected material, 
and hence will" wear well, look well and prove the cheap- 
est to use in the long run. Mr. Tingley was born in New 
Brunswick, and founded his Wilton business in 1SG8. He 
is a trustee of the Wilton Savings Bank, and is a repre- 
:sentative citizen, actively interested in the general wel- 



fare of the town. His store and shop are located on Main 
Street, and contain all necessary facilities for h arness mak- 
ing, repairing, etc., together with a varied assortment of 
whips, blankets, robes, bits, brushes, combs, halters and 
horse furnishings of all kinds. The prices are uniformly 
moderate, and custom orders will be filled in a thoroughly 
workmanlike manner at short notice. 

S. N.Center & Son, Dry Goods, Boots, Shoes, Car- 
pets and Wall Paper., Wilton, X. H.— X^o more truly 
representative establishment can be found in Wilton than 
that carried on under the firm-name of S. N. Center & 
Son, for this enterprise was inaugurated very nearly half 
a century ago and has since been conducted in a manner 
which has given it the leading position among similar 
undertakings in this section. Mr. S. N. Center carried 
on operations alone from 1843 to 1S7G, at which date the 
present firm-name was adopted, Mr. E. B. Center being 
taken into partnership. He is a native of this town, and 
for about three years has been sole proprietor of the 
business, continuing it however without change of style. 
A very heavy and varied stock is carried and spacious 
and well-arranged premises are occupied, their total area 
being about 2.i00 square feet. The dry goods and fur- 
nishing goods departments are each 20x50 feet in 
dimensions, and that devoted to boots and shoes meas- 
uring lOx.iO feet, so that ample opportunity is given for 
the accomodation of a large and complete assortment of 
the articles mentioned, together with carpets, wall 
paper, etc., the latest fashionable novelties in all these 
lines being fully represented. We need hardly say that so 
old-established and reputable a concern as this is widely 
and favorably known among manufacturers and whol- 
salers, and hence is in a position to buy to the best 
advantage at the lowest market rates and to offer special 
inducements to its customers. Nor is it necessary to 
dwell upon the fact that all articles bought here will 
prove as represented. The Wilton public have long since 
learned that "full v.alue for money received" is the 
cardinal principle of the management, and the present 
magnitude of the business shows that this policy is not 
only known but appreciated. Prompt and polite atten- 
tion to callers is another popular feature, employment 
being given to from 2 to 4 assistants and large .andsmall 
buyers being served with equal celerity and courtesy. In 
short Mr. Center spares no pains to fully maintain the 
reputation of the establishment and entire success is the 
legitimate result of the intelligent method he emploves. 
In addition to the above business the firm also carry on 
the Sewing Machine business in Worcester, Mass., where 
they sell the '' White" Sewing Machine exclusively, and 
for which they control the sale in Hillsboro Co., N. H. 

M. P. Stanton, dealer in Flour and Groceries. M.ain 
Street, opp. Depot, Wilton, N. H.— This establishment 
was founded by its present proprietor in 1868, and has 
for many years ranked with the representative under- 
takings of Wilton. The proprietor Mr. M. P. Stanton is 
very well and favorably known throughout Wilton and 
vicinity as an intelligent and reliable business man. An 
extensive retail business is carried on in Flour, Groceries, 
Grain and Meat. The premises occupied are located on 
Main Street, opposite the Depot, and are 50 by 44 feet 
in dimensions. The stock on hand is an exceptionally 
large and varied one, and contains among other goods "a 
fine line of Staple and Fancy Groceries especially selected 
for family use. Flour and Grain are also largely dealt 
in and oft'ered at bottom [irices and of guaranteed quality. 
From two to four assistants are employed and all callers 
are assured prompt and polite attention. Mr. Stanton is 
in a position to ofl'er special inducements to patrons and 
all commodities handled will be supplied in quantities 
to suit at bottom prices. Mr. Stanton also conducts a 
livery stable and has every facility at hand to serve the 
public with first-class teanis at short notice. His horses 
being good roadsters and his vehicles first-class. 



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VIEW OF FACTOliV AT WILIUN, N. H. 

Low & Kewell Manufacturing Company, Wilton, 
N. H. — If energy, enterprise and liberality will command 
success, there can be no question as to the future of the 
undertaking carried on by the Low & Rewell Manufactur- 
ing Co., for this is a " live " concern in the full sense of 
the word, and their policy of sparing neither trouble nor 
expense to let the public know when they have a good 
thing to offer them has borne abundant fruit already, 
although their business is but little more than two years 
old. It was founded in 1887 by H. F. Low, the present 
firm being formed in 1889. H. F. and Eugene Low of 
Concord, N. H., and Geo. M. Rewell of Cleveland, Ohio, 
where the general supply office is located. AVe are fairly 
puzzled as to how best to notice the productions of this 
company, for they include a number of such important 
specialties that any one of them deserves more space 
than we can give to them all. There, for instance, is the 
" Triumph " self-wringing mop, which is well named, 
for it embodies the first successful attempt to make an 
article of that kind. This mop can be used by the weak, 
as well as by the strong; it entirely does away with the 
back-breaking drudgery associated with the old style uten- 
sil, and it can be used without injury to the clothing, even 
if it be of the finest silk. Such a costume, to be sure, is not 
ordinarily worn by those having mopping to do, but 
" accidents will happen," and the time taken to don an 
apron before using the common mop may result in an in- 
jury to carpets or furniture that could not be paid for by 
the price of a dozen " Triumphs,'" which retail at seventy- 
five cents apiece, mop, cloth and all. And, by the way, 

this reminds us that 
the mop cloth made 
exclusively by this 
company is incompara- 
bly the best extant, 
and thousands of them 
are sold to be used in 
ordinary mops. The 
Rewell ratchet mop is 
an even more valuable 
utensil than the " Tri- 
umph," for, although 
the latter has been 
pronounced perfection 
bv users everywhere, 
the Rewell ratchet mop 
is an improvement on 
perfection, if our read- 
ers will excuse the 
bull, for it is supplied 
with au ingenious de- 
vice, bj' which the 
weakest person can wring the cloth entirely dry without 
marked exertion, and it embodies all the valuable feat- 
ures of the " Triumph" besides. Next on the list comes 




the Webster elastic draughts, which do away with the 
use of a whittle-tree, and are easier on the horse, easier 
on the vehicle, easier on the driver and easier on the 
purse, for they oliviate all sudden jars and jerks, and 
thus save the horse from lame shoulders and chafing, 
save carriage tops from racking, save the driver from be- 
ing suddenly thrown oft' his balance, and, in short, save 
money and troul)le. They are made of the finest steel, 
and are fully and formally guaranteed. The Rewell car- 
pet stretcher and tack driver is an entirely new thing, 
and, by using it, one person can stretch and lay a carpet 
without* stooping. It is ingenious, simple, wonderfully 
efficient, and is bound to sell, for it literally '• hits the 
nail on the head." The Rewell automatic wire straighten- 
ing and cutting machine is an appliance which leads them 
all in its own special line, and is one of those tools which 
soon pay for themselves, and which no manufacturer can 
afford to be without. The company offers very liberal 
terms to agents to sell its specialties, and such of our 
readers as have use for an extra dollar or so would do 
well to investigate them. They possess this important 
feature — they give absolute satisfaction. Once intro- 
duced, the demand for them in that section is always 
good, and any new goods of the same make are cordially 
welcomed. The company utilize a large and finely 
equipped factory, and do machine jobbing in addition to 
their other work. They are prepared to fill all orders 
promptly, and they propose to keep the reputation of 
their products up to the very highest standard. 

A. C. Young, Dealer in Dry Goods. Boots and Shoes, 
Wilton, N. H. — The most successful buyer is the one 
who discriminates the most successfully between " goods 
cheap" and " cheap goods," and it is just such a buyer 
who will find the most to admire in the assortment of dry 
goods and boots and shoes offered by Mr. A. C. Young, 
for this gentleman carries on business on the " quick 
sales and small profits" system, and both his goods and 
his prices combine to form a very powerful argument in 
favor of patronizing his establishment. The residents of 
Wilton and vicinity are too intelligent not to perceive the 
force of an argument of this kind, and the natural result 
is that his store is a popular resort, and is gaining in 
favor daily. It was opened in 1882 by Mr. G. A. Carter, 
who was succeeded by the present proprietor in 18SS. Mr. 
Young is a native of Hampden, Maine, and, as may be 
guessed from the inducements he offers, is thoroughly 
conversant with his business in every detail. He gives 
personal attention to customers, and employs sufficient 
assistance to enable him to fill all orders without delay. 
The premises made use of are 23.V x 60 feet in dimensions, 
and contain among other things, the largest and most 
complete line of boots and shoes in town. All feet can 
be fitted ; all tastes can be suited ; and as for the prices, 
— why, call and see for yourself I 

S. K. roster, Dealer in Stoves, Tinware, Pumps, Lead- 
pipe, etc. ; Plumbing and Jobbing Promptly Done; Wil- 
ton, N. H. — The premises utilized by the gentleman whose 
card we print above, have a total area of twenty-four hun- 
dred square feet, and contain a large and very carefully 
selected stock made up of stoves,tinware,pumps, lead pipe 
and plumbiug materials of all kinds, for Mr. Foster deals 
largely in all these articles, and is prepared to fill orders 
without delay, and at the very lowest market rates. He 
is a native of Nashua, N. H., aud has been identified with 
his present business for nearly a quarter of a century, 
the firm of Foster Brothers having succeeded Mr. Rodney 
Tapley in 1866, and the present proprietor having as- 
sumed sole control in 1872. Jobbing is promptly and 
thoroughly done, and particular attention is given to 
orders for plumbing, the work being executed in accord- 
ance with the most approved methods, and no pains be- 
ing spared to attain durable results that will prove satis- 
factory to the most critical. Sufficient assistance is 
employed to enable orders to be promptly filled. 



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F. W. Clark, dealer in Choice Groceries, Teas, 
Coffees, Spices, Crockery, Glass, Hard and Woocjen 
Ware, Flour, Grain, etc., Wilton, N. H. — Although some 
people think that anybody can carry on a grocery store 
successfully, they have only to use their eyes and ears, 
in order to ascertain how incorrect such a belief is, for 
many who open such establishments fail altogether, and 
still more only manage to "keep along" and cannot 
honestly be said to have succeeded at all. But of course 
those stores which are successful iu ever)' sense of the 
word and among these may be classed that conducted 
by Mr. F. W. Clark, Wilton, N. 11. This store was 
opened in 188G, by Mr. S. N. Center and it was in 1889 
that Mr. Clark became possessor. He has already 
become very popular and the inducements which he 
offers are sure to steadily increase his trade. Mr. Clark 
is a native of Wilton, X. H., and has many personal 
friends in this neighborhood. The premises occupied 
are a store 20 x 60 feet in dimensions with a grain room, 
being ample space for the carrying of a large and varied 
stock of Choice Teas, Coffee, Spices and other choice 
Groceries, which will embrace everything generally 
found in a first-class family grocery store. He has also 
a large collection of Crockery, Glass, Hard and Wooden 
Ware. He also deals in Flour, Grain, etc. The goods 
are first-class, the prices low, and the service is prompt 
and reliable. So there is little reason to wonder at the 
liberal patronage bestowed upon this establishment. 

Geo. E. Hartwell, Dealer in Sterling Silver and 
Reed & Barton's Plated Ware, also Variety store. Con- 
fectionery a specialty, Wilton, N. H.— It is always best 
to patronize home enterprises whenever such a course is 
possible, and the advantages to be gained by so doing 
are so many and obvious that it seems strange they 
should be so often over-looked. Let us take the estab- 
lishment conducted by Mr. Geo. E. Hartwell for instance. 
This gentleman began business operations in Wilton in 
1865 as painter, he also deals in sterling silver and Reed 
& Barton's plated ware, novelties, confectionery, etc., 
und of course chooses his stock to suit his customers. 
Were he doing business iu some other section, undoubt- 
edly the character of his assortment would be more or 
less changed, for different patrons demand different 
goods, and it is well to remember that the stock in ques- 
tion is made up of articles which experience has shown 
the residents of Wilton and vicinity prefer. Mr. Hart- 
well seeks to make a permanent customer of every patron, 
and there is but one way to accomplish this — giving full 
value for money received every time. That this is his 
policy is not to be disputed, and therefore we say that 
better satisfaction is to be had at this store than at city 
establishments where more dependence is placed on tran- 
sient trade, and where to " make a sale " is the only 
endeavor. Mr. Hartwell offers a large variety of goods 
to chose from, including many desirable novelties and 
quotes uniformly moderate rates, while selling every 
article under a guarantee that it will prove as represent- 
ed. Mr. Hartwell is also engaged in the painting, 
glazing and paper hanging line of business wliich he has 
conducted for many years and is prepared to execute all 
orders for such work in a most thoi-ough and satisfac- 
tory manner and at very moderate prices. 

Geo. W. Wallace. Merchant Tailor, Clothier, Hatter, 
Gents' Furnishing Goods, Trunks and Bags., Wilton, N. 
H. — Much finer clothing is now required to supply the 
demand for gentlemeus' garments than was formerly the 
case, for the country is rapidly gaining in wealth and its 
residents are also gaining in culture and refinement. For 
many years Wilton has held the reputation of being able 
to furnish clothing which would compare with the best 
of that produced in the great trade centres, and this repu- 
tation is as thoroughly well deserved to-day as ever, as 
will be seen by a visit to the establishment now conduct- 
ed by Mr. Geo. W. Wallace. This establishment was 



founded many years ago by Joseph Newell and after 
several changes in its proprietors came under the sole 
management of the present proprietor in ls(;i. Mr. Wal- 
lace ranks with the most skillful merchant tailor iu 
Wilton, and also ileals largely in readv-made clothing, 
hats, trunks, bags and gents' furnishing goods. The 
premises are centrally located, and a heavy stock of gen- 
tlemeus' wear is constantly carried which is remarkably 
complete in everj- department. Entire satisfaction as 
regards fit, quality and finish being confidentially guar- 
anteed and quality for quality no house is iu Wilton is in 
a position to undersell this representative concern. Mr. 
Wallace is a native of Milford, N. H., and has been 
Town treasurer of Wilton, for aperiodof seventeen years. 

E. J. Curtis, Board, Feed and Livery Stable, Wilton, 
N. H.— The character of the livery service oft'ered by 
E. J. Curtis should certainly be thoroughly familiar to 
the residents of Wilton and vicinity, for this gentleman 
has been identified with the business interests of this 
town for the past eighteen years. He began the harness 
making business about 1872, and in 1887 established his 
livery, feed and boarding stable. Mr. Curtis is a native 
of Lyndeboro, N. H., and is one of the best-known busi- 
ness men in this section of the state. His stable is 
32x40 feet, and comprises three stories, and has accom- 
modations for fortj--two horses, and is looked upon as 
the headquarters for livery service in this vicinity. We 
would therefore advise all interested readers who desire 
a team for business or pleasure, or who have a horse 
which they want fed or boarded, to give Mr. Curtis a 
call as his terms are very moderate, and good horses, 
stylish and easy vehicles, and first-class appointments 
are at hand for the accommodation of livery patrons, for 
Mr. Curtis takes pride in maintaining the high reputa- 
tion he has so long held. In the harness making and 
repairing department of the business, no pains are spared 
to satisfy the most critical customer. The prices are un- 
iformily moderate, the material first-class, and all work is 
guaranteed to be performed in a most satisfactory manner. 

D. E. Proctor, Dealer in Groceries, Flour, Grain, 
Hardware, Lime, Cement, Paints, Oils, Window-Glass, 
Putty, Boots, Shoes, Crockery, Glass-Ware, etc., Wilton, 
N. H.— Mr. D. E. Proctor is a native of Lyndeboro, N. 
H., but he has carried on business in Wilton for a good 
many years, and has so thoroughly identified himself 
with the advancement of the best interests of the town 
as to have long since been regarded as one of its most 
truly representative citizens. He served more than three 
years in the army during the Rebellion, and served in 
every grade from private to major. He has lield the oflice 
of town treasurer, and been seiit as representative to the 
legislature. He is now a trustee of the AVilton Savings 
Bank, taking an active part in the management of that 
most deserving institution. Mr. Proctor deals very ex- 
tensively in groceries, flour, grain, hardware, lime, 
cement, paints, oils, window glass, putty, etc., together 
with boots, shoes, crockery and glass-ware, and carries 
an exceptionally heavy stock, requiring the occupancy 
of two floors and a basement of the dimensions of 40 x 70 
feet; and the utilization of four spacious storehouses. 
Among the important commodities handled should be 
mentioned drain pipe, of which a full line is always on 
hand to choose from. The present proprietor has had 
sole control of the business since 1880, and became con- 
nected with it six years before that date as a member of 
the firm of Neville & Proctor. His present large trade 
is the legitimate result of honorable and progressive 
methods, and it is safe to say that the prosperity of no 
enterprise in town rests on a surer foundation of deserved 
popularity. Handling reliable goods and quoting bot- 
tom prices, Mr. Proctor can confidently expect continued 
development of his business, especially as he keeps the 
service up to the highest standard of promptness and 
efflciencv. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WILTON. 



Miss S. M. Smith, Millinery and Fancy Goods, 
Wiltou, N. H. — It is inevitable that in every community 
there should be establishments which either on account 
of their long standing, the excellence of the service pro- 
vided, or both, should be universally considered to be 
the leaders in their particular line, and among such it is 
fitting that prominent mention should be made of that 
conducted by Miss S. M. Smith, in AVilton, X. H. This 
business has been carried on by Miss Smith for 14 years. 
She is a native of Milford, X. H., and has a large circle 
of friends throughout this vicinity. Her long and varied 
experience is of course of great advantage to her in the 
filling of orders for fine millinery work, and as lier taste 
is unexceptionally correct, it is not surprising tliat no 
difficulty should be met witli in satisfying the most 
fastidious customers. The store is about 600 feet in 
dimensions, and contains a beautiful stock of millinery 
and fancy goods, comprising tlie latest fashionable nov- 
elties, for Miss Smith makes it a rule to give her patrons 
the earliest chance to select from the newest styles. 
Small wares are also dealt in, and uniformly moderate 
rates are quoted on all articles handled. 



H. A. Powers, Druggist, Wilton, X. H. — It may 
seem a strange assertion to make, to say that the carry- 
ing on of a large number of drug stores argue well for 
the public health, but there is ground for this statement, 
for the simple reason that many drugs depend greatly 
upon their freshness for their elfect, and the existence 
of a large number of drug stores has the result of caus- 
ing each dealer to carrj' but a comparatively small stock 
of any one article, the consequence being that physicians 
can depend upon having their prescriptions filled by the 
use of ingredients much fresher than would otherwise 
be possible — a fact which we commend to the considera- 
tion of the few who think that now as formerly, every 
doctor should compound his own medicines. AVe would 
call yonr attention to the drug store conducted by Mr. 
H. A. Powers, Wiltou, N. H , who has a good assort- 
ment of all that is usually to be found in a reliable 
druggists" store. Many residents of this section can 
testify to the merits of this house, and a careful exami- 
nation of the methods pursued will convince any one of 
the value of such an establishment. 



A. O. Barker, dealer in Choice Groceries, Flour and 
Grain, Wilton, N. H. — The purpose of this house since its 
inception has been to furnish reliable goods at the lowest 
market prices, and the enterprising efforts of the pro- 
prietor have met with hearty appreciation from his 
patrons. A nice stock of Choice Groceries, Flour and 
Grain will be found at this store which is neatly fitted 
up and is IS x GO feet in dimensions, and there is also a 
basement of the same size which is used for the storage 
of the stock on hand. Mr. Barker first started business 
here in 1881 and he has gained great respect and esteem 
for his straight forward dealings as a business man, and 
the gentlemanly qualities of mind and heart, which have 
secured to him many friends throughout this vicinity. 
Mr. Barker is a native of Temple, N. H. He gives em- 
ployment to two competent and courteous assistants 
who attend to the filling of all orders with care and a 
promptness which is commendable. In addition to 
Choice Groceries, Flour and Grain, Mr. Barker has a 
good assortment of Crockery Ware, Glass, etc. 

Joseph Ziangdell, Livery, Boarding and Sale Stable, 
Wilton, X. H. — Considering that it is almost impossible 
to find two men who will agree on all points as to what 
constitutes a good horse, it is not at all strange that no 
livery stable keeper has ever lived who perfectly satis- 
fied everybody, but of course there is a good deal of 
difterence observable in the methods practiced at the 
various public stables, and as we wish our readers to go 
where they will be assured prompt and polite attention, 
and thoroughly first-class service in every respect, we 
take pleasure in calling their favorable attention to the 
establishment conducted by Mr. Joseph Langdell, tor 
this is one of the best equipped livery, boarding and 
sale stables in Wilton, and the management is liberal, 
enterprising and reliable. Mr. Langdell is a native of 
Mt. Vernon, N. H., and founded this business over forty 
years ago. His experience for so long a time gives rea- 
son for trusting the best and most valuable of horses to 
his care. Horses will be taken to board, and assured the 
best of care, and an abundance of proper food. Some 
excellent teams are available for livery purposes, and 
charges made are uniformly moderate. Horses for sale 
will be shown to their best advantage and to the satisfac- 
tion of their owners. Mr. Langdell has 20 stalls and 
employs two competent assistants. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF GREENVILLE, N. H. 




An examination of a map of Hillsborough 
County will reveal some strange, ragged and 
apparently unreasonable boundary lines; giv- 
ing the several townships curiously irregular 
shapes and reminding the observer (especial- 
ly if the map be colored) of a highly ingen- 
ious piece of "crazy" patchwork; but 
probably nothing will more excite the curi- 
osity of a stranger than to see the compara- 
tively diminutive Greenville, carved out of 
the northwest corner of Mason and connected 
by a railroad curved like a fish hook and 
looking on the map as if its builders had a 
very strong preference for ' ' the longest way 
'round.'- 

The history of Greenville, strictly speak- 
ing, covers a period of less than a score of 
years, and consequently is quite devoid of 
that interest attaching to savage forays, 
"hair breadth 'scapes mid flood and field,"' 
High Bridge, Gkeenville, N. H. and other occurrences of which the records of 

older New England communities bear witness, but the residents of what is now Greenville bore a 
very prominent part in the history of Mason, the parent town, and to that history we would 
refer those who wish information concerning the early development of this section. The 
abundant water power obtainable from the 
Souhegan Eiver caused a mill to be built in 
the northwestern part of Mason at a very 
early date, and around this mill, house after 
house was built ; the resulting community 
being known as Mason Harbor, Mason Vil- 
lage and Souhegan Village. As this village 
increased in population and wealth the dis- 
advantages arising from its great distance 
from the town centre were more and more 
severely felt, culminating in an amicable 
separation, June 28, 1872. Greenville as- 
sumed thirteen- twentieths of Mason's liabili- 
ties, and was given sufficient territory to 
make uj) a tract some four miles long by one 
and one half miles wide. The surface is un- 
dulating, and the scenery in and adjacent to Town Hall, Greenville, X. H. 
the town is very attractive ; that at High Falls being even grand in its effects. Owing to the 
elevation of the territory, the pure air and the pure water, the town is a most healthful place of 




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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF GREENVILLE. 



residence, comparing favorably in this regard with many distinctively agricultural communities. 
Greenville has a handsome and substantial town house, erected in 1876 at a cost of about $30,000. 

A number of important manufacturing enterprises have been carried on here ; among the more 
prominent articles produced having been woolen goods, cotton goods, twine, scythes and axes, 
chairs, tables, lead pencils, boxes, brackets, potash and bricks; but it is to the Columbian Man- 
iifacturing Company that the development of this vicinity is chiefly due. This concern was 
incorporated as the Eensen Manufacturing Company in 1826, "for the manufacture of cotton, 
woolen and other goods, and such other branches of trade and manufactures as may be usefully 
carried on." The present name was adopted the following year, and the capital and business 
have increased very materially since. Six large factories are now utilized, three of them and the 
main office being in Greenville. Despite the magnitude of local industrial interests, the field is by 
no means fully occupied, there being extensive water power still available by those having the 
requisite capital and enterprise. The present railway facilities have been enjoyed since 1852, and 
of course have had a powerful effect on the town's development. The Souhegan Eiver is crossed 
by a massive bridge, one of the most impressive examples of engineering skill in the state. 

The educational facilities of the town are worthy of so enterprising a community, and include 
a town library which is very generally patronized. The religious facilities are also excellent, 
various denominations being represented, and the several churches being largely attended. In 
short, Greenville is a good town to live in as well as to do business in, and present indications 
are that the community is entering upon an era of prosperity which will materially and perma- 
nently increase the population and wealth of the community. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENVILLE, N. H. 



Mason Village Savings Bank, Greenville, N. H.— 
It is just about a score of years since the incorporatiou 
of the Mason Village Savings Bank, and therefore the 
operations of that institution have been long enough 
continued to enable an intelligent and fair judgment to 
be formed concerning the practical utilitj' of the enter- 
prise. We believe that on the whole the undertaking 
has been reasonably profitable to the members of the 
corporation, but we know that the community has profited 
greatly by it, not alone on account of money saved and 
deposited, but also by reason of the moral influence 
wliich an institution of this character honestly and ably 
conducted must inevitably exert. The Mason Village 
Savings Banlc affords the residents of Greenville and 
vicinity a perfectly secure place of deposit for large or 
small savings; it shows by practical example the advan- 
tages g.ained by the formation of prudent habits, and it 
aids its depositors to accumulate a fund which shall 
provide for sickness, old age or lack of employment, by 
the payment of liberal rates of interest on all sums 
entrusted to it. Any enterprise which tends to make 
people realize that their future depends upon themselves ; 
that success is to be gained bj' the utilization of present 
opportunities, and that the onlj' sure way to command 
capital is to save and put aside small sums at a time, is 
doing a good and worthy work, and this is just wliat is 
being done by the bank in question. The gentlemen 
identified with its management are prominent and repre- 
sentative business men, and the Bank could have no 
more favorable evidence as to its soundness, than that 
afforded by the standing of its officers in business and 
social circles, as will be seen from the following list : 
PRESIDENT : . . . S. H. Bacon. 

VICE-PRESIDENTS : 

Isaiah Wheeler, Amos Scripture, Herbert J. Taft, 
Thomas Hays. 



SECRETARY : 
TREASURER: 



Geoi'ge F. Merriam. 
Charles E. Marsh. 



TRUSTEES : 

Morton L. Barrett, George W. Sargent, 

.loel H. Elliott, James Drummond, 

William II. Wilson, William W. Stevenson, 

Henry L. Kingsbury, Nathan P. Farrar, 

John C. Foley, Marshall Kimball, 

Vernon Eaton, Henry I. Whitney. 

FINANCIAL COMMITTEE : 

Morton L. Barrett, Henry I, Whitney, Herbert J. Taft. 





AUDITORS : 






William W. Stevenson. Herbert 


J. Taft. 


The financial condit 


ion of the institution 


is first-class, 


and we take pleasure 


in referring our 


re; 


iders to the 


annexed statement : 


LIABILITIES : 






Due depositors, 


. 


, 


$88,583.16 


Guaranty fund, . 


. 




. 4,039.60 


Surplus, 
Interest account. 


assets: 




4,447.83 
. 1,918.72 

$98,989.31 


Bank stock. 


. • • 




$8,470.00 


Fire Insurance stock, 






2,400.00 


Railroad stock, 


• • • 




3,23.5.00 


Railroad bonds. 


• . • 




16,671.88 


Municipal bonds, . 


. 




16,872.50 


Debentures, 


• . • 




15,000.00 


Bills receivable. 






28.459.60 


Cash, 


* 




7,830.33 
$98,989.31 



LEADING BVSINSS8 MEN OE GREENVILLE. 



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Columbian Man'f'g. Co., W. C. Greene, Agt., 
Greenville, X. H. — The vast business conducted by the 
Columbian Manu'f'g. Co., vtas founded many years ago, 
and for more .than 60 years has been carried on under 
the present name. Operations were begun by Messrs. 
Silas Bullard & Co., who were succeeded by the Remsen 
Manufacturing Company in 1826, this corporation giving 
place to the Columbian Manufacturing Company in 1827. 
The manufacture of denims, shirtings and stripes is 
carried on on a most extensive scale, the available plant 
comprising five large mills, and including the most im- 
proved and efficient machinery. Mills Nos. 1, 4 and 6 
are located in this town ; Nos. 2 and 3 being in New 
Ipswich. The total annual product is vast in amount, 
sujierior in quality and great in value ; while the readi- 
ness with which it is disposed of shows that the com- 
pany's goods are generally known and appreciated by 
consumers and the trade. There is certainly every rea- 
son why they should compare favorably with all others 
of similar grade in the market, for unsurpassed facilities 
are at the command of the manufacturers, and no trouble 
is spared to ensure uniformity in every detail of the 
processes incidental to production. Of the mills located 
in Greenville, No. 1 is four stories in height, and 100x43 
feet in dimensions ; No. 4 is 100x44 feet in size, and has 
attached a cloth room measuring 72x44 feet, and a size 
room of the dimensions of 81x44 feet; while No. 6 mill 
is five stories high and 155x61 feet in size. There are 
also cotton houses, dye houses, stock houses, tenements, 
etc., and in fact everything necessary to carrs on opera- 
tions to the best possible advantage. Ordinarily the 
elaborate plant of machinery is driven hy water-power, 
but all the mills are provided with steam apparatus of 
sufficient capacity to enable the works to be run to their 
full extent by steam-power alone. The arrangements 
for the distribution of the product are as complete and 
efficient as are those for its manufacture, the selling 
agents being Messrs. Bliss, Fabyan & Co., who own a 
controlling interest in the company, and are everywhere 
known in connection with the handling of textile fabrics. 
The firm has headquarters at No. 100 Summer street, 
Boston, and maintain offices in New York and Philadel- 
phia. Denims, shirtings and stripes of standard quality 
can be furnished at short notice, and at prices in strict 
accordance with the lowest market rates. Mr. George 
F. Fabyan acts as treasurer of the company ; the posi- 
tion of agent being filled by Mr. W. C. Greene. 

Parwell & Taft, manufacturers of Chamber Furni- 
ture, Greenville, N. H. — It takes but little while to get 
used to anything, and people have become so used to 
having a house full of handsome and convenient furni- 
ture, that it is easy to imagine that this was always the 
case, but as a matter of fact it is only of comparatively 
recent years that the price of such articles has been 
reduced to a point where about everybody can affiard 
them. This reduction is of course due to the use of im- 
proved machinery, and the more perfect sub-division of 
the work of manufacture. Some firms for instance, like 
that of Farwell & Taft of this town, giving exclusive 
attention to the manufacture of chamber furniture, and 
thus bein^ enabled to reduce the expense of production 
to a minimum. Messrs. Farwell & Taft utilize a com- 
plete plant of improved machinery run by water-power, 
and employ from 20 to 30 assistants ; the total annual 
product being worth a considerable sum. Carefully 
selected material is used, and every process incidental 
to production is carried out under skilful supervision, 
and in a thoroughly workmanlike manner; the result 
being goods well-known to the trade as being unsur- 
passed in their special line. The firm quote the lowest 
market rates on their productions, and their business is 
prosperous and increasing. 

Columbian Hotel, Greenville, N. II., W. A. Robin- 
son, proprietor. Special attention paid to transients. 
Good stable connected with house. — If such hotels as 



the Columbian were more common throughout the coun- 
try, the discomforts of traveling would be very material- 
ly diminished, for the proprietor of this popular house 
pays special attention to transient guests, and is untir- 
ing in his effi)rts to make them conifortable and advance 
their interests in all practical ways. The Columbian 
has been open a number of years and has changed hands 
many times, among the proprietors being Mr. Page Holt, 
who was succeeded by Mr. W. C. Farwell, who gave 
place to the present owner, Mr. W. A. Robinson, in 1889. 
Mr. Robinson is a native of Grafton, Mass., and is one of 
the few men who really " know how to keep a hotel." 
He works hard to make the service rendered as efficient 
as possible, and the Columbian is steadily gaining in 
popularity and patronage under his skilful management. 
There are 20 sleeping rooms on the premises, and the 
hotel is comfortably furnished and thoroughly well-kept 
in every part. An abundance of substantial and season- 
able food is provided, and sufficient variety is offered to 
enable all tastes to be suited. There is a good stable 
connected with the house, where teams for pleasure or 
business purposes may be secured at uniformly moderate 
rates. The terms of the hotel are also moderate and 
fair, and, take it all in all, the Columbian is a thoroughly 
satisfactory house to put up at. 

Gustave Doucet, dealer in Flour, Groceries, Tea, 
Coffee and Spices of the best quality; Foreign and 
Domestic Fruits in their season, also Second-hand Furni- 
ture, Main street, Greenville, N. H. — The enterprise 
carried on by Mr. Gustave Doucet affords a prominent 
example of what maybe accomplished by energy, indus- 
try and honorable methods, for it was inaugurated but 
about nine years ago in a very small way, and has rapid- 
ly and steadily developed from the verj- first. Opera- 
tions were begun in 1881 by Messrs. Paradis & Doucet, 
the present proprietor assuming sole control in 1882. He 
is a native of Canada, and has a very large circle of 
friends throughout Greenville and vicinity. Air. Doucet 
employs two competent assistants, but he gives the 
many details of his busines close personal attention, and 
thus is enabled to keep the service up to the very highest 
standard of efficiency, prompt and courteous attention 
being assured to every customer, and orders being accur- 
ately filled without delay. Premises of the dimensions 
of 34x65 feet are utilized, and a very heavy and varied 
stock is carried, comprising choice staple and fancy 
groceries, foreign and domestic fruits in their season, 
the best quality of teas, coffees and spices, the most 
popular brands of flour for family use, and also a full 
line of secondhand furniture. The store is conveniently 
located on Main street, and is a great favorite with the 
most experienced and careful buyers, as the goods 
always prove as represented, and the very lowest mar- 
ket rates are quoted on all the commodities handled. 

William W. Sawtell, Undertaker and dealer in- 
Furniture, Greenville, \. H. — The business carried on 
by Mr. William W. Sawtell is one of the oldest-established 
in this section of the state, it having been founded more 
than .'55 years ago. Operations were begun by Mr. 
William Sawtell in 1835, and the present proprietor 
assumed entire control in 1880. He is a native of Green- 
ville and is one of the best known and most highly 
esteemed of all our resident business men. Mr. Sawtell 
is an Undertaker and dealer in Furniture and Funeral 
Goods, he carrying a heavy and complete stock and being 
in a position to fill all orders at very short notice. The 
premises made use of comprise 3 floors, each of which 
measures 30 x 50 feet, and the stock is so arrayed as to 
make examination very easy. Coffins, Caskets, Robes, 
etc., will be supplied at the lowest market rates, and the 
assortment is sufficiently varied to enable all tastes and 
all ciicumstances to be suited. The entire charge of 
funeral will be undertaken if desired, and every com- 
mission will be promptly, faithfully and intelligently 
executed. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OBEENVILLE. 



F. M. Wheeler, Dentist, over Post Office, Greenville, 
N. H.— Everybody knows that this is a rich and pros, 
perous country and everybody also knows that by far 
the larger proportion of the inhabitants earn money 
to supply all reasonable wants, but notwithstanding this, 
few of us have any money to throw away, and therefore 
one of the first questions we ask when urged to do a 
thing is "will it pay?" Take it for instance in the 
matter of caring for the teeth, does it pay to have them 
put in first-class condition, even at considerable expense? 
Yes, it does unquestionably, for leaving all consideration 
of appearances, etc., out of the question, uo one can 
afford to have diseased teeth, any more than he can 
aflord to have any other portion of his body diseased, and 
indeed it is an admitted fact that defective teeth are a 
frequent cause of dyspepsia and other uncomfortable 
and even dangerous complaints. There is no need of 
going far away from home and paying fancy prices in 
order to have the teeth skillfully and thoroughly cared 
for, for in Mr. F. M. Wheeler the" residents of Greenville 
and vicinity have a competent and conscientious dentist, 
and his charges are so moderate that his services are 
within the means of all. Mr. Wheeler has an office over 
the Post Office and has every facility at hand to enable 
him to carry on the practice of dentistry in all its 
branches in accordance with the most approved methods. 
He is a very gentle as well as a very thorough operator 
and the most timid need not fear to entrust themselves 
to his hands, for he spares no trouble to entirely do 
away with all unnecessary pain or even discomfort. 

N. P. Farrar dealer in Stoves, Tin, Britannia and 
Wooden Ware, Pumps, Lead Pipe, Sheet I^ad and Zinc, 
Tin P.oofing, and all Kinds of Jobbing, Greenville, N. 
H.— There is almost as much difference in stores as there 
is in the people who use them or in the purposes for 
which they are used, and when buying anything in this 
line it is worth while to place your order with an exper- 
ienced and reputable dealer who will know just what 
style is best suited to your wants, and who may be 
depended upon to advise you to the best of his ability. 
Few if any of our readers residing in Greenville or 
vicinity will need to be told that Mr. N. P. Farrar, " fills 
the bill" exactly, for he has carried on his present 
business for a score of years and is generally and favor- 
ably known throughout this section. Operations were 
begun in 1870 by Messrs. Scripture & Farrar, the present 
owner assuming sole control in 1873. He is a native of 
Mason, and has served on the board of selectmen. Mr. 
Farrar occupies two floors, measuring 20 x 40 feet, and 
carries a large stock of Stoves, Tin, Britannia and 
Wooden Ware, Pumps, Lead Pipe, Sheet Lead, Zinc and 
Plumbing Supplies in general. He quotes low prices, 
and his goods will prove just as represented in every 
respect. Orders for Tin Hoofing, and all kinds of Job- 
bino- in Tin, Sheet-iron and Copper will be filled without 
delay, and selected material is used and the workman- 
ship is equal to the best. 

James H. Hartshorn, dealer iu Dry Goods, Family 
Groceries, Farming Tools, Gents' Furnishing Goods, 
Trunks, Valises, Umbrellas, Hats and Caps, Boots and 
Shoes, Small Wares, Etc., Greenville, N. H.— There is 
no establishment to be found in this section of the State 
tViat is more strictly representative than that conducted 
by Mr. James H. "Hartshorn, for this enterprise was 
inauo-uratcd more than a third of a century ago, and has 
been" prominent in its own special line from the very 
start. Operations were began in 1856, by Mr. J. H. 
Hartshorn, and were continued In 1839 by Messrs. 
Hartshorn & Sherwin, who were succeeded in 1861 by 
Messrs. A. D. Taylor & Co. Messrs. Hartshorn & Sher- 
win resumed control in 18G2, and in 1865 the firm name 
was changed to Hartshorn & Lynch, and again in 1867, 
to Hartshorn & Whitney. Mr. James H. Hartshorn 
became sole proprietor in 1873, but in 1874 the firm of 
Hartshorn & Whitney resumed possession and retained 



it for a decade, Mr. Hartshorn again becoming sole 
owner in 1884. He is a native of Wilton, and is so uui- 
versally known throughout this section as to render 
extended personal mention altogether unnecessary. Mr. 
Hartshorn utilizes spacious and well-arranged premises, 
and carries an exceptionally complete and carefully 
chosen stock of general merchandise, even to merely 
catalogue it would exhaust many times our available 
space, and we will simply say that it includes dry goods, 
familj' groceries, farming tools, gents' furnishings, 
trunks, valises, hats and caps, boots and shoes, small 
wares, etc. The goods are dependable, the prices low 
as the lowest; while prompt and polite attention is 
assured to all by the employment of six competent and 
courteous assistants. Mr. Hartshorn also deals in new 
and second-hand carriages, sleighs, harnesses, robes, 
blankets, etc. He is also sole agent in Greenville for 
the celebrated W. L. Douglass shoes. 

Brown Brothers, Provision Dealers, Greenville, 
N. H. — The residents of Greenville and vicinity consume 
a good deal of meat, and it is well that they do, for as a 
rule they are a hard-working people, and trying to do 
hard work without an abundance of good, substantial 
food is bound to cause mischief in the end, and far from 
being economical, is about as extravagant a procedure 
as could be named. The ability to buy a variety of good 
meats and other provisions is one good reason advanced 
by the people of Greenville why that place is an excel- 
lent one to live in, and to show that that reason was 
well-founded, the inquiring stranger would undoubtedly 
be directed to the establishment conducted by Messrs. 
Brown Brothers, for this firm deals largely iu meats and 
provisions, and as they do butchering they are in a posi- 
tion to supply first-class meats at the very lowest 
market rates. The business was founded in 1877 by 
Messrs. Jones & Brown, who were succeeded by the 
present proprietors in 1879. Messrs. R. Brown, Jr. and 
D. J. Brown, are both natives of Greenville, and the 
former is connected with the Board of Selectmen. They 
give close personal attention to the many details of their 
business, and cater to all classes of trade, offering goods 
suited to .all tastes and purses. Every article sold may 
be depended upon to prove as represented, and low 
prices rule in every department of the business. This 
firm also make a specialty of buying and selling " New 
Milch " Cows. They deal iu from three to four hundred 
cows yearly. A full stock of cows is kept constantly 
on hand for sale or to exchange for all kinds of stock. 

O. D. Prescott, dealer in General Merchandise; 
Grist Mill connected. Town House Building, Greenville, 
N. H. — It seems as if it would be impossible to name an 
article in common use not contained in the stock carried 
by Mr. O. D. Prescott, at his spacious store in the Town 
House Building, for here may be found as complete an 
assortment of general merchandise as anyone could wish 
to see. One floor and a basement, having a total area 
of 3000 square feet are made use of. and among the more 
prominent commodities handled may be mentioned dry 
goods, small wares, boots and shoes, trunks and valises, 
carpetings, flour and groceries, farming too;.', paints 
and oils, and all kinds of grain. It will be seen that 
that there is nothing in the line of family supplies for- 
gotten, and as Mr. Prescott handles strictly reliable 
goods and quotes the lowest market rates, it is natural 
that the services of seven assistants should be required 
to help in handling the many orders received. A well- 
appointed grist mill is run in connection with the enter- 
prise, and flour, meal, feed and grain of all kinds will be 
furnished in quantities to suit, at short notice and bot- 
tom prices. This business was founded more than a 
score of years .ago, having been started by Messrs. 
Prescott Bros., in 1869. It has been under the sole con- 
trol of Mr. O. D. Prescott since 1S70. He was born in 
Mason, has held the position of Town Treasurer, and is 
widely and f.avorably known throughout the State. 



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W. E. White, dealer in Dry Goods and Notions, 
Groceries. Hardware, Flour, Tea, Cofifee, Spices, etc., 
Columbian Block, Greenville, N. H.— The business now 
carried on by Mr. W. E. AVhite was originally established 
by the Columbian Mauufacturiug Company, and subse- 
quently passed under the control of Messrs. Cotton & 
Thomas who in 1880 were succeeded by Mr. A. G. Kings- 
bury, he giving place to the present proprietor in 1SS3. 
Mr." White was born in Graftou, Vt., and is very 
intimately acquainted with his present business in every 
detail. He utilizes well-arrayed premises in Columbian 
Block, measuring 25 s.iO feet, and containing a skilfully 
chosen assortment of general merchandise, including 
foreign and domestic Dry Goods and Notions, Groceries, 
Hardware, Flour, Tea, Coflee, Spices and a lot of other 
commodities too numerous to mention. These are care- 
fully selected to meet the wants of local trade and will 
give the best of satisfaction in every respect, while the 
prices quoted in the various departments of the business 
will compare favorably with those named in connection 
with goods of similar grade anywhere. Some especially 
choice teas and coffees are included in the stock, together 
with a complete line of Fruits, Vegetables and other 
canned goods, put up by the leading packers and unsur- 
passed for healthfulness and for delicacy of flavor. Mr. 
White employs two efficient assistants and spares no 
pains to maintain the high reputation for promptness 
and courtesy so thoroughly associated with liis popular 
store. 



H. Ii. Kingsbirry, dealer in Ready-made Clothing, 
Boots and Shoes, Gents' Furnishing Goods, Trunks, 
Valises, &c., Greenville, N. H. — Much time and trouble 
and no little money may often be saved by purchasing 
an entire outfit at one place, and we can certainly give 
such of our readers as are contemplating the purchase 
of an outfit of clothing no better advice than to call at 
the establishment conducted by Mr. H. L. Kingsbury, 
for he carries a complete line of clothing. Boots and 
Shoes ,Trunks, Furnishings, etc., and not only handles 
absolutely dependable goods but quotes absolutely bot- 
tom prices. He is a native of Francestown, N. H., and 
is widely and favorably known throughout Greenville, 
and vicinity. The business with which he is now ident- 
ified was founded by Mr. C. N. Washburn, and in 1882 
passed under the control of Messrs. Kingsbury & French, 
who were succeeded in 1883 by Mr. E. W. French, Mr. 
Kingsbury assuming sole ownership in 1887. The 
patronage is steadily increasing under his skilful man- 
agement, and the public have long since learned that all 
representations made at his store can be implicitly 
relied upon. Besides carrying a full line of staple goods 
and styles, Mr. Kingsbury offers many of the latest 
fashionable novelties and those who like to feel that they 
are fully "up to the times" in the matter of dress will 
appreciate his policy in this respect. Clothing and Boots 
and Shoes for either working or dress wear may be 
bought of him to excellent advantage. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF DERRY, N. H. 



The town of Derry was incorporated July 2nd, 1827, the territory comprising it having up to 
that date formed the East Parish of the town of Londonderry. The residents of the "West Parish 
vehemently opposed the separation, but the great size of the township was a strong argument in its 
favor and the petitioners to the Legislature presented their case so convincingly that the efforts of 
their opponents in the matter were of no avail. The basis upon which the division was made, gave to 
Derry more than half of the population and valuation of the old town, which prior to the separa- 
tion had some 3600 inhabitants. The first meeting-house for the especial use of residents of the 
territory forming the new toAvn had been built in 1730 and answered every purpose for nearly forty 
years, finally being replaced by a much larger one in 1769, this measuring 65 by 45 feet. The rais- 
ing of the great timbers going to make up its frame was no easy matter in those days, and necessi- 
tated the assembling of people from near and far ; while these occasions were taken advantage of 
by the young men to compete with one another in feats of strength. Large amounts of i)rovisions, 
cider and rum were consumed at every "raising," and the limited opportunity the people had for 
sociability caused them to look eagerly forward to an occasion of this kind, while the incidents 
connected with it formed a theme for gos.sip for weeks afterwards. 

In 1824 the meeting house was considerably enlarged, and in 1845 it was entirely remodelled, 
and so arranged as to afford a church, a town hall, a vestry, a library room, and other accommo- 
dations. The early commercial iiitew^sts of Derry were materially aided by the Derry Bank which 
was incorporated in 1829 and successfully conducted until the expiration of its charter in 1849, no 
changes being made in the offices of president and cashier during all that time. The Derry Nat- 
ional Bank was chartered in 1864 and now affords all necessary financial facilities. Our limited 
space forbids more than mention of the Pinkerton Academy, which was opened in 1815 and has 
ever been an honor to the town. The Adams Female Academy is another noteworthy institution, 
and especially .so from the fact of its having been the first academy in Xew Hampshire incorpo- 



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rated for the exclusive instruction of women. The first post-office within the town limits was es- 
tablished September 30, 1795, and shoi'tly after the division of the town the name of the office was 
changed to Derry, this action being taken August 18, 1827. In 1854 a post-office was established 
at Derry Depot, but was abolished the following year. In 1860 it was restored, and ten years later 
the East Derry post-office was opened. The East Village was formerly the leading section of the 
town and still has many attractions, it being beautifully located, and a favorite summer resort. It 
contains the town hall, a handsome and convenient structure, erected in 1876, at an expense of 
$7,000. Derry Village is of much more importance than Bast Village from a business point of 
view, it containing some well -equipped factories and well- stocked stores, but the industrial and 
mercantile centre of the town is at Derry Depot, which owes its name and being to the Manchester 
& Lawrence E. E., which was opened for business November 13, 1849. It soon became evident 
that the railroad was destined to bring about radical changes throughout the country that it trav- 
ersed, and enterijrising men were promjit in establishing themselves along its line. A i-esident of 
East Derry, Benjamin Eastman, was one of the pioneers at Derry Depot, and built the hotel 
and various large factories and stores. The manufacture of boots and shoes is the distinctive in- 
dustry of the village and has caused it to be known at many widely distant points, some of the 
local products even being shipped for the voyage around Cape Horn, they being packed in tin-lined 
boxes. Some very surprising changes have taken place in the conditions of shoe manufacturing 
during the comparatively few years that it has been carried on on a large scale, so surprising in 













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fact as to make it idle to attempt to accurately forecast the future, but it may at least be said 
that so far as present indications are, the industry is destined to develop very extensively in this 
vicinity. The milk business is quite largely carried on at Deny Depot, or perhaps it would be 
more accurate to say that the surplus milk produced in Derry, Londonderry and Windham is ship- 
ped from the valley to the Boston market. It is probable that this industry is destined to steadily 
and rapidly develop for years to come, for the demand for fresh, pure country milk is constantly 
increasing, and the local farmers can greatly extend their productive facilities and of course will do 
so as long as they get a fare return for their labor. Thousands of barrels of apples are ship- 
IJed from Derry Depot every year, and some hundreds of carloads of grain are received. Telephon- 
ic connection is had with Manchester, and so of course with many other points, and indeed as re- 
gards facilities for the prompt and accurate transaction of business the town of Derry need not fear 
comparison with other communities of no greater population. The i)opulation and valuation are 
steadily increasing, and the permanency of this gain is assured from the fact that it is by'no means 
the result of a "boom," the progress being as moderate as it is sure. 




Leading Business Men of Derry Depot and Derry, N. H. 



F. A. Palmer, Dealer ia Mens', Youths and Boys' 
Clothing, Hats, Caps and Gents' Furnishings, Kerry 
Depot, N. H. — Among those doing business in Derry 
Depot, none is better known than Mr. F. A. Palmer, 
who is a native of this town, is a member of the Govern- 
or's Stafl' and has a very extensive circle of friends, by 
no means confined to any particular section. Mr. Palmer 
opened his present establishment in 1882 and has made 
it one of the most popular of the kind to be found in this 
vicinity. Just what methods he has followed to attain 
this popularity can best be appreciated by visiting his 
store, which is 50x25 feet in dimensions and contains a 
very desirable stock made up of mens', boys' and youths' 
clothing, hats, caps and gentlemen's furnishings. Some 
of the reasons why this stock is "very desirable" are : 
first it is made up of new, fresh and fashionable goods, 
no ''back numbers" of any kind being included within it, 
second, every article is guaranteed to prove as repre- 
sented, and third, the assortment is so varied as regards 
styles, sizes, prices, etc., that all tastes, all ages and all 
purses can easily be suited. Mr. Palmer quotes the very 
lowest market rates at all times, and callers are assured 
prompt service and the reception of a full hundred cents 
of value for every dollar they spend. 



S. Howard Bell, Pharmacy, Derry Depot, X. H.— 
All of us have heard the old proverb, — "The proof of the 
pudding is in the eating," — and with equal truth it mav 
be said that the proof of Mr. S. Howard Bell's compet- 
ency and fitness to conduct a first-class pharmacy is to 
be found in the enviable record he has made iu this 
capacity during the eleven years he has carried on opera- 
tions here. The business w'as established in 1879, and 
has steadily developed until it has reached very satisfac- 
tory proportions. Mr. Bell makes it a rule to" keep his 
stock of drugs, medicines and chemicals constantly com- 
plete in every department, and as a consequence he is 
prepared to compound prescriptions of any kind without 
delay. He obtains his supplies from the most reliable 



sources, and neglects no precaution that would tend to 
insure absolute accuracy in even the smallest details 
of prescription compounding. No fancy charges are 
made, the prices always being as low as is consistent 
with the use of the best obtainable materials. A full 
assortment of proprietary medicines, fancy and toilet 
articles, notions, choice cigars, etc., is always on hand 
to select from, and sufficient assistance is employed to 
ensure prompt and careful attention to every caller. 

Fred R. Felch, Counselor at Law and Insurance 
Agent, Derry Depot, N. H.— Mr. Fred R. Felch is a 
native of Bradford, N. H., and has carried on operations 
here in Derry Depot since ISS.t. Since becoming estab- 
lished here he has bought out Mr. J. W. Bean, and has 
built up an extensive insurance business besides estab- 
lishing a large legal practice, for Mr. Felch is a counselor 
at law, and has won an enviable reputation for varied 
information, sound judgment and entire devotion to the 
interests of his clients. He has unsurpassed facilities for 
the placing of insurance to any desired amount, and rep- 
resents such standard fire companies as the Granite State 
of Portsmouth, the Capital of Concord, and the Manu- 
facturers' and Merchants' Mutual of Concord. Also the 
People's Fire Insurance Company of Manchester. He 
also represents the Employer's Liability Assurance Cor- 
poration of Loudon, England, and the Northwestern 
Mutual Life Insurance Company of Milwaukee, Wis. 
This latter organization is one of the strongest and most 
ably managed in the world, and, .although it onh- began 
to seek business in New Hampshire within comparative- 
1}- few years, it is now as popular a life company in this 
state as can be named. It issues policies of all the 
accepted kinds, and the expense of insuring in it is very 
low considering the unimpeachable character of the 
security provided. Mr. Felch is in a position to insure 
desirable risks on as favorable terms as can be made any- 
where, and all business entrusted to him is assured imme- 
diate and painstaking attention. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF DERBY DEPOT. 



Geo. B. Smith, Dealer in Choice Family Groceries, 
Flour, Grain, Hay, Butter, Cheese, Canned Goods, Fruit, 
Breakfast Cereals, Confectionery, Teas, Coft'ees, Spices, 
Paints and Oils ; Derry Depot, N. H. — The amount of 
bother and vexation that may be saved by purchasing 
such supplies as groceries, flour, teas, coffees, etc., from 
a well-equipped and strictly reputable dealer can scarcely 
be overestimated, and to such of our readers as have as 
yet made no permanent and satisfactory arrangements, 
we take great pleasure in recommending Mr. George B. 
Smith, for he is an extensive dealer in choice family 
groceries, etc., and spares no pains to supply the best 
goods at the lowest market rates. The business now con- 
ducted by him was founded in 1879 by Mr. George S. 
Eollins, who was succeeded in 1882 by Messrs. Rollins & 
Smith, Mr. Rollins resuming sole control in 1883, and 
giving place to the present proprietor in 1887. Mr. 
Smith is a native of Raymond, N. H., and is very widely 
known in Derry Depot and vicinity, both in social and 
business circles. The premises he makes u«e of comprise 
one floor of the dimensions of 2.5 x 75 feet, a basement 
measuring 40 x 75 feet, and a spacious storehouse ; so it 
will be seen there is no lack of room to accommodate a 
very large stock. Among the more imiiortant commodi- 
ties constant!}' kept on hand are flour, grain, hiy, butter, 
canned goods, fruit, breakfast cereals, teas, coft'ees, 
spices, paints and oils; not forgetting what is considered 
the best assortment of tobacco and cigars in town. Mr. 
Smith quotes some very low prices on strictly depend- 
able goods, and fills orders promptly and accurately; 
employment being given two competent assistants. 

Colburn, TuUer & Co., Manufacturers of Ladies,' 
Misses' and Children's Stout and Fine Boots and Shoes ; 
W. S. Pillsbury, Agent ; also of Men's, Boys' and Youths' 
Medium Shoes ; C. A. Floyd, Agent, Derry Depot, N. H. ; 
Boston Office, No. 124 Summer Street — That the man- 
ufacture of boots and shoes is a representative New 
England industry is, of course, well known to all of our 
readers, but we question if many of them (aside from 
those directly or indirectly connected with the business) 
realize how greatly it has developed within a comparative- 
ly fe-^^' years. The best way to gain an adequate idea of 
the magnitude of this development is to tr.ace the prog- 
ress of the operations of one representative concern, as, 
for instance, Messrs. Colburn, Fuller & Co., who now 
rank with the largest boot and shoe manufacturers in 
this country. They maintain two immense factories 
here in Derry Depot ; one being devoted to the production 
of ladies,' misses" and children's stout and fine boots and 
shoes, and the other to the manufacture of men's, boys' 
and youths' medium shoes. The enterprise conducted 
by Messrs. Colburn, Fuller & Co. was inaugurated in 
1853 by Messrs. Boyd, Corey & Co., who were succeeded 
by Messrs. E. W. & C. F. Davis & Co., this latter firm 
giving place to Messrs. N. Sylvester & Co., and they to 
Messrs. E. P. Phillips & Co. In 1872. Messrs. Clement, 
Colburn & Co. assumed possession, being succeeded by 
Messrs. Colburn, Erskine & Co. in 1878, and the existing 
co-partnership was formed in 1882, the partners being 
Messrs. George D. Colburn and Charles Colburn, both of 
whom are natives of Milford, Mass., and Mr. E. L. Ful- 
ler, who was born in Peabody, Mass. The firm's largest 
factory is utilized for the manufacture of ladies,' misses' 
and children's boots and shoes, and has been repeatedly 
enlarged ; its present capacity being four times that of 
eleven years ago. This establishment is under the direct 
management of Hon. W. S. Pillsbury, who has been 
identified with it for a score of years. The premises 
have been so largely added to from time to time that it 
is not easy to estimate their exact area, but it the factory 
were one continuous building, it would be three stories 
in height and 400 x 30 feet in dimensions. The plant of 
machinery is of the most elaborate and improved type, 
and includes a seventy-five horse boiler and a fifty horse 
engine; employment being given to from four hundred 
to five hundred assistants ; and some four thousand pairs 



of boois and shoes being produced daily. The other 
factory maintained by the firm has been operated by 
them since 1886, and is managed by their agent, Mr. C. 
A. Floyd. Its capacity is about one-half that of the first- 
named establishment, and the product is made up of 
men's, boys' and youths' shoes of medium grade. The 
main shop is 40 x 130 feet in size and four stories in 
height; having an ell of equal height and width seventy 
feet in length. From two hundred to two hundred and 
twentj'-five operatives are employed, and power is 
aftiorded by a twenty horse engine. Messrs. Colburn, 
Fuller & Co. have an oflice at No. 124 Summer Street, 
Boston, and ship goods over a very large section of the 
country. A business does not increase so rapidly as 
theirs has without good reason, and only a little inquiry 
is needed to demonstrate the fact that their productions 
are popular whei'ever introduced, being remarkably uni- 
form in quality, and comparing favorably with any 
goods of similar grade. The firm enjoy exceptional 
facilities, and are always in a position to quote the low- 
est market rates, and to fill orders at comparatively 
short notice. 

F. I. Drowne, D. D. S., Dentist, Derry Depot, N. H. 
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays. Chester, N. H. 
Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays. — It is no doubt true that 
the most valuable discoveries and improvements have 
been made by dint of ingenious and persistant experi- 
menting, and so no reasonable person can object to 
experimenting within proper bounds, but all of us have 
a very clearly defined objection to being made the sub- 
ject of experiments, especially where the treatment of 
the teeth is concerned, and therefore naturally we want 
to feel sure of the entire competency of any dental prac- 
titioner before making use of his services. There can 
certainly be no question as to that of Dr. F. I. Drowne, 
who has an office in this town and also in Chester, first, 
because that gentleman is a graduate of the Philadelphia 
Dental College (one of the leading colleges of the kind 
in the country) and second because he has amply proved 
his competency during the three years that he has car- 
ried on operations in this vicinity. Dr. Drowne is a 
native of Concord, N. H., and is widely and favorably 
known socially and professionally in this state. He 
may be found at his Derry Depot office Tuesdays, Wed- 
nesdays and Thursdays ; being in Chester Mondays, 
Fridays and Saturdays. His rooms are equipped with 
the most improved appliances and tools for the carrying 
on of dentistry in all its branches ; and while all work is 
guaranteed, the charges are uniformly moderate. Dr. 
Drowne is a gentle as well as a thorough operator, and 
the most timid will be quickly re-assured by his careful 
and easy methods. 

M. J. Home, Saw Mill and Box Factory, Derry 
Depot. — Among the representative industrial enterprises 
carried on in this vicinity, prominent mention should be 
made of that conducted by M. J. Ilorne, for this under- 
taking was founded a number of years ago, and has 
steadily developed until it has reached large proportions. 
Business was begun in 1870 by Messrs. Ilorne it White, 
who were succeeded ten years later by Messrs. Home 
Brothers, the present proprietor assuming sole control in 
1885. He was born in Derry, .and served two years in the 
army during the Rebellion. The saw mill and box fac- 
tory, with which he is identified, is one of the best 
equipped establishments of the kind in this section of 
the state, and the premises utilized are spacious and well- 
arranged, the main mill being 40 x fiO feet in dimensions, 
and having an ell measuring 20 x 60 feet, besides an 
engine and boiler room. Power is furnished by an eighty 
horse engine, and the capacity of the mill is sufficiently 
great to allow of the most extensive orders being filled at 
short notice. With such facilities, Mr. Home is in a posi- 
tion to quote the lowest market rates on the various com- 
modities he handles, and we may add that large and 
small orders are given prompt and careful attention. 



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C. L. Cutler, Dealer in Stoves, Hardware and Tin- 
ware, General Jobbing, Derry Depot, N. H. — So far as 
Derry Depot and vicinity are concerned the establish- 
ment conducted by Mr. C. L. Cutler may safely be called 
the headquarters for stoves, hardware and tinware, for 
a very extensive and varied stock is constantly carried, 
low jirices arc quoted, and during the thirteen years that 
Mr. Cutler has maintained this store about all the resi- 
dents of this section have come to realize that he offers 
unsurpassed, and in some respects unequalled induce- 
ments to buyers. Mr. Cutler has been the longest in 
business of any merchant in Derry. He was born in 
Moutpelier, Vi., opened his present establishment in 
1877, and has built up a prosperous trade, besides gaining 
a most enviable reputation as an enterprising and honor- 
able business man. The store is 28x4.5 feet iu dimensions 
and contains a verj' carefully selected stock of general 
hardware, tinware and stoves of the latest and most ap- 
proved patterns. A workshop and a basement are also 
occupied ; the former beiiig 20x24 feet in size and being 
fitted up with all the necessary appliances, etc., for tlie 
doing of tin-smithing and general jobbing. Mr. Cutler 
employs three experienced assistants and is prepared to 
till orders In a uniformly satisfactory manner, at short 
notice and at moderate rates. 

E. N. Whitney, Choice Groceries, Grain, Paints, 
Oils, Varnishes, Hardware, Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Boots and Shoes, All at bottom prices, Derry Depot, X. 
H. — The business carried on by Mr. E. N. Whitney was 
founded some years ago and has changed hands a num- 
ber of times, the present proprietor becoming identified 
with it as a member of the firm of Cliflbrd, Whitney & 
Co., in 1889, and assuming sole ownership in 1890. He 
is a native of Maine, and is thoroughly familiar with the 
practical details of his present line of tr.ade, giving the 
business careful personal supervision and raising the 
service to the highest standard of efficiency. Mr. Whit- 
ney is a dealer in general merchandise and utilizes very 
commodious premises, comprising one floor and a base- 
ment of the dimensions of 40x90 feet, and a storehouse 
measuring 20x30 feet. An immense stock is carried, 
among the more important commodities handled being 
choice staple and fancy groceries, grain, hardware, 
paints, oils and varnishes, boots and shoes, and dry and 
fancy goods. These are selected especially with a view 
to supplying regular tr.ade, and hence may be depended 
upon to prove entirely satisfactory, as they come from 
the most reliable sources and are in every instance 
guaranteed to provejust as represented. Mr. VV^hitney be- 
lieves in "quick sales and small profits" and quotes bot- 
tom prices on everything he handles. There are five 
assistants employed, and immediate and careful atten- 
tion is thus assured to every caller. 



George A. Waugh, Dealer iu Fresh Meats, Fish, 
Oysters, and all kinds of country produce, also all kinds 
of salt and pickled fish, Derry Depot, N. II.— The enter- 
prise conducted by Mr. George A. Waugh was inaugura- 
ted in 1887 by Mr." L. II. Rarnett, and changed hands a 
number of times before coming into the possession of 
the present proprietor in 1889. Mr. Waugh is a native 
of North Wayne, Maine, and has considerably developed 
the business since assuming control of it, for from the 
first he has worked hard and intelligently to improve the 
service rendered and has already built up an enviable 
reputation for energy and reliability. He deals in fresh 
meats of all kinds, fish, oysters, country produce, etc., 
and constantly has on hand a full assortment so carefully 
and skillfully selected that from it all tastes and ail 
purses can be suited. This may seem to be a somewhat 
extreme statement but it is fully Justified by the facts 
and can easily be verified If desired. P'mployment is 
given to 2 efficient assistants, and all orders, large or 
small are assured prompt and painstaking attention; 
while the prices quoted on the various commodities dealt 
in will bear the most searching examination. 



Miss Fanny E. Boyd's Fashionable Millinery Itooms, 
New styles received early, call and see them. Deny 
Depot, N. H. — Such of our readfrs as are numbered 
among the fair sex, no doubt find the establishment con- 
ducted by Miss Fanny E. Boyd to be the most attractive 
in this vicinity, for Miss Boyd is an extensive dealer in 
millinery and fancy goods and always has on hand a very 
desirable assortment of the latest novelties in these lines. 
She is a native of this town ami has a large circle of 
friends here, to which she has added since inaugurating 
her present enterprise in 1888. It would be hardly worth 
while to attempt to describe a stock which is so constant- 
ly changing as is hers, and we will therefore only state 
that it comprises trimmed and untrimraed hats aiid bon- - 
nets, velvets, laces, feathers, flowers and trimmings in 
general ; together with a fine a?sortment of fancy goods 
of various kinds. Miss Boyd keeps thoroughly "well in- 
formed concerning the latest dictates of fashion, and the 
very latest fashionable novelties are obtained as soon as 
they appear in the market. Particular attention is paid 
to order work, and Miss Boyd's exceptional taste has 
given her a most enviable reputation among those ap- 
preciative of really artistic millinery eft'ects. She 
employs several assistants during the busy season and 
fills orders at short notice and at moderate rates. 

J. W. Bean, Derry Depot Shoe Store, Odd Fellows' 
Block, Derry Depot, N. H. — The " Derry Depot Shoe 
Store " is a very good name so far as it goes, but it would 
be apt to give a very imperfect idea of the establishment 
which bears it, for, although Mr. .1. Vf. Bean, the pro- 
prietor, certainly does deal in boots, shoes, rubbers, etc., 
he also handles other equally useful commodities, such 
as crockery and glass-ware; tinware, lamps, books, 
stationery, toys, etc. He is a native of Brentwood, N. H., 
and founded his present business In 1884. Mr. Bean has 
served as state representative, and is so generally known 
hereabouts as to render extended personal mention quite 
unnecessary. He gives close attention to his business, 
and the natural consequence is that the service is always 
prompt and polite, and the goods satisfactory in every 
instance. The store is located in Odd Fellows'Block, and 
is 26 X 54 feet in dimensions, so it will be seen there is 
room to accommodate a very large stock. This space is 
fully availed of, and the assortment is so extensive, so 
varied and so skilfully selected, that all tastes, as well as 
all purses, can surely be suited. The latest novelties in 
footwear, etc., are to be seen at this popular store, and 
bottom prices are quoted in every department of the 
business. 

Hotel Bradford, A. J. Willey, Proprietor; First- 
Class House; American Plan ; First-Class Livery Con- 
nected with the House; Derry Depot, N. H. — The 
pretentious and absurd claims, which are made in behalf 
of some hotels, have done much to make the public, and 
especially the traveling public, look wilh susiucion on 
any house which is asserted to be decidedly superior to 
the average, and, therefore, we feel placed in a somewhat 
embarrassing position as regards Hotel Bradford, for any 
mention of it, which will do it justice, must make it ap- 
pear decidedly superior to the majority of public houses 
carried on under similar conditions. Some people are 
extremely hard to suit, and even the most efficient ser- 
vice does not give them entire satisfaction, but we have 
yet to hear a complaint of the accommodations or the 
inan.agement of Hotel Bradford ; the unanimous verdict 
being that it is a thoroughly comfortable and homelike 
hostelry, that guests are assured prompt and polite ser- 
vice, and that the terms are rencarkably low considering 
the accommodations provided. Now, this, of course, is 
high praise, but it comes from competent and 
unprejudiced judges, and is consequently worthy of 
careful consideration. The present proprietor. Mr. A. .1. 
Willey, is a native of New Hami)shire, and in 1>SG, suc- 
ceeded Messrs. Cooper & Fairbanks in the ownership of 
the hotel. He gives close personal attention to the 



106 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF DEREY DEPOT. 



supervisioa of affairs, aud employs eight competent 
assistants. The hotel contains thirty sleeping rooms, 
which are comfortably furnished, and Ijept in neat and 
trim condition at all times. There is a flrst-class livery 
connected with the liouse, and teams will be furnislied at 
very short notice and at moderate rates. Hotel Bradford 
is conducted on tlie American plan, aud is steadily gain- 
ing in popularity under its present management. 

J. F. Webster, Retail Dealer in West India Goods, 
Groceries, etc.; Teas and Coffees. Specialties; Derrj' 
Depot. N. H. — The popularity of some establishments, 
like that of some individuals, is very difficult to account 
for, there apparently being no reason tor it whatever, 
but such is, by no means, the case witli the store con- 
ducted by Mr! ,T. F. Webster, for, although this is unde- 
niably aud exceptionally popular, still the reasons are 
plainly evident. We need not mention them iiere in de- 
tail, but will simply say that tliey include tiie carrying 
of a large and varied stock, tlie quoting of low prices, 
and the assurance of prompt aud polite attention to every 
customer. Mr. Webster is a native of England, and 
became ideutiti d with liis present establishment in 1884. 
He is a retail dealer in West India goods, staple and 
fancy groceries, etc., and gives particular attention to 
the liandllng of teas and coffees, constantly carrying a 
tery desirable assortment of the best brands the market 
affords, and sparing no pains to offer goods which will 
give entire satisfaction to the most fastidious. His prices 
in this department will compare favorably with those 
quoted by other dealers, and in tlie majority of cases his 
goods are decidedly superior in quality. Pure spices and 
flrst-class canned goods are also largely dealt in; and all 
orders are promptly and accurately filled, employment 
being given to two competent assistants. 




P. H. Butler, Derry Depot Bakery, Bread, Cake, 
Pastry, Beans, Brown Bread, etc., etc. Wedding Cake 
a Specialty, Derry Depot, N. H ^Tliere are but few, if 
any, retail establishments located in Deny Depot tlaat 
could not be better spared than that conducted by Mr. 
F. H. Butler, for he carries on the only bakery in town, 
and so manages it as to make it a great public conven- 
ience. There are public bakeries which are undeserving 
of any patronage whatever, and which unquestionably 
do more harm tlian thej' do good, but the support ac- 
corded to the one in question is thoroughly well deserved, 
and it is a p,]easure to call favorable attention to an 
enterprise so honorably and liberally managed. It was 
inaugur.ated in 1884 by Messrs. Webster & Salisbury, 
wlio in 188.5 were succeeded by Mr. G. L. Webster, he 
giving place to Mr. G. M. Ball in 1887, and tiie present 
owner coming into possession in 18SS. He is a native 
of Boston, and is thoroughly familiar with the business 
in every detail. A very attractive stock is constantly 
carried, comprising Bread, Cake, Pastry, etc., and tlie 
articles composing it are renewed at sucli frequent inter- 
vals as always to be fresh and appetizing. Brown Bread 
aud Beans are baked here in lirst-class style, and we 
need hardly say that in so genuine a Xew Englaud com- 
munity as Derry Depo: is, tliere is a great demand for 
these palateable articles. Mr. Butler uses carefully 
elected material aud employs skilled help. 



Abbott, Davis & Co., Carriages and Livery Stable, 
Derry Depot, N. H. — We have no doubt but what it 
would surprise the large majority of our readers to learn 
how heavy a sum of money is expended for horse hire 
per year in N. H. alone, and j'et it is obvious that the 
amount must be very considerable, for there are many 
livery stables, and tiie cost of carrying these ou must 
aggregate a very large sum. Generally speaking, the 
money spent in liorse iiire is well invested, for it is apt 
to yield a big dividend of pleasure aud health, and it 
would unquestionably be better for the community as a 
wliole if much more were expended in this direction. One 
of the best known stables in this vicinity is that carried 
on by Abbott Davis & Co. The proprietors give close 
personal attention to the filling of orders, while employ- 
ing sufficient assistance to enable them to execute all 
commissions at siiort notice, furnisiiiug desirable and safe 
teams, single and double, at uniformly moderate prices. 
Horses will be taken to board at a reasonable charge, and 
are sure of comfortable accommodations aud satisfactory 
food and care. Carriages of all kinds are also sold at 
very reasonable prices. 

DERRY NOTICES. 

Pinkerton Academy, Derry, X. II. — Kev. E. G. 
Parsons, President of Board of Trustees ; Rev. B. F. 
Parsons, Secretary; G. W. Bingham, A. M., Principal. 
This institution has been in successful operation more 
than three-quarters of a century. Its permanent funds 
have been increased by the munificent bequest of John 
M. Pinkerton, Esq., a son of one of the original founders. 
His princely gift did not become available for the cur- 
rent expenses of the school until a sum had accrued from 
its income sufficient for the construction of a new build- 
ing which should be adequate to the requirements of the 
school in the enlarged and advanced form which the 
funds might enable it to take. This building is now 
completed and was opened for school use September 5, 
1887. It has been constructed after the most approved 
principles of modern school architecture. In arrange- 
ments for lighting, warming, and ventilation, it is con- 
fessedly a model, and no pains have been spared to 
secure the safety, convenience, health and comfort of 
pupils and teachers. Frequent additions are being made to 
the supply of charts, apparatus and musical instruments ; 
and the library is being increased by the outlay of ■$.^00 
each year. Hildreth Hall, owned and controlled by the 
Trustees, is a thoroughly-fitted and well-couducted 
boarding house, where one of the teachers lias liis home 
and where parents may entrust tiieir sous to his special 
care. There are very desirable boarding places for 
young ladies iu several families of tlie village. The 
work of instruction is done by six thoroughly equipped 
permanent teachers. Students may choose between 
three full courses of study, one of which is planned with 
special reference to young ladies. Excellent opportuni- 
ties are att'orded for the study of freehand aud mechanical 
drawing, aud vocal and instrumental music. The growth 
of the school is commensurate with the increase of its 
attractions, and the attendance has doubled during the 
last few years. Eight or more N. E. Colleges either 
have graduates of this Academy in their membership, or 
are to have them from among" those now completing a 
course here. Through liberal use of the ample endow- 
ment, tlie expenses are kept at a minimum. The charge 
for tuition in either course is only $18.00 per year, and 
the entire expense per year, for tuition, books, and 
board in Hildreth Hall, including fuel, lights and wasli- 
iug, need not exceed $200, (Candidates for admission 
should present themselves at the entrance examination, 
which is held on tlie first morning of each term, and ou 
Wednesday morning of graduation week. The school 
vear opens ou the first Tuesday in September, For fur- 
ther informatii u address the Principal, G. W. Bingham, 
Derrv, N. H. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF DEBBT. 



107 



Derry National Bank, Derry, N. H. — It is now 
more than GO years since the Old Derry Bank was incor- 
porated, and most remarkable changes have taken place 
in every department of commercial and industrial activity 
since its organization in 1828. The town of Derry has 
developed wonderfully in some respects, although it 
would be absurd to maintain that this development is 
entirely due to the superior banking facilities it has 
enjoyed, it is nevertheless undeniable that it has been 
materially aided by them. The present Derry Bank was 
incorporated as a State Bank in 1855, and was reorgan- 
ized under the National banking laws in 1862. It has 
always been conservative!}' yet progressively managed, 
and without making any great pretensions it has still 
long been accepted as a representative and in many 
respects a model institution of its class, by authorities 
on financiering throughout New England. The capital 
stock paid in amounts to .$60,000 and there is a surplus 
of more than $10,000, and undivided profits exceeding 
§1,000; the tiuancial condition of the bank being of the 
most gratifying kind, and speaking volumes for the 
ability of those who have been and are concerned in 
the management of the institution. These gentlemen 
are widely and favorably known throughout this section 
in their individual capacities as well as by reason of 
their connection with the bank, and a glance at the fol- 
lowing list will show that none of them need introduc- 
tion to our readers; John W. Noyes, Nathan B. Prescott, 
William II. Shepard, Samuel H. Shepard, George Moore, 
Hiram C. Matthews, Frederick J. Shepard; John W. 
Noyes, Pres. ; Nathan B. Prescott, Vice-Pres. ; Frederick 
J. Shepard, Cashier. The Derry National Bank is a cor- 
respondent of the National Bank of Redemption, Boston, 
Mass., and is excellently prepared to transact banking 
business in all its branches, including the collection of 
drafts, the purchase and sale of securities and the dis- 
counting of approved commercial paper. The accounts 
of business firms, corporations, institutions and individ- 
uals will be received on the most favorable terms, and 
any business entrusted to the bank will be transacted 
with fidelity and despatch. Those seeking a reliable 
and well equipped bank of deposit, etc., will be especially 
interested in the following figures : Statement of the 
condition of the Derry National Bank, Derry, N. H., 
Thursday, January 2, 1890. 

RESOURCES. 

Loan and Discounts $52,895 32 

U. S. Bonds to Secure Circulation 25,000 00 

Stocks and Bonds 44,-t46 00 

Due from Correspondent in Boston .... 2S,984 74 

Redemption Fund with U. S. Treasurer . . 1,125 00 

Premium Fund 5,097 00 

Furniture and Fixtures 600 00 

Cash on hand .S,437 29 

$162,185 .35 

LIABILITIES. 

Capital Stock paid in $60,000 00 

Surplus 10,100 00 

Undivided Profits 1,043 07 

Dividends lupaid 1,992 00 

National Bank Notes Outstanding 22,000 00 

Individual and Certificate Deposits .... 67,050 28 

$162,185 35 

J S. Couch, Dealer in Choice Family Groceries, 
Pure Teas, Coffees and Spices, Derry, N. H. — Mr. J. S. 
Couch is a native of Chester, N. H., and has carried on 
the enterprise with which he is now identified for about 
five years, he having succeeded Conwin Brothers in 1885. 
This firm was preceded by Mr. A. T. Lonard, and he by 
Mr. Frank Howe, for this is quite an old-established 
business and is one of the representative undertakings 
of the kind in this vicinity. Mr. Couch utilizes one floor 
and a basement of the dimensions of 40x25 feet, and car- 
ries a very desirable stock, giving evidence of careful 



and skillful selection in every department and compris- 
ing staple and fancy groceries of every description es- 
pecially adopted to family use. Particular attention is 
given to the handling of pure teas, coflees and spices, 
and the most fastidious will here find goods that will 
prove altogether satisfactory. No fancy prices are 
quoted in this department either, and indeed Mr. Couch 
makes a practice of furnishing all the commodities in 
which he deals in at the lowest market rates. Orders will 
be promptly and accurately filled, and callers may safely 
depend upon receiving imniediate.and courteous attention. 

Chas. Bartlett, Drug Store, also Editor and Proprie- 
tor of "'Derry News," Derry, N. II. — So far as our Der- 
ry readers are concerned, we think an introduction to 
Mr. Charles Bartlett will be scarcely necessary, for con- 
sidering that he was born in this town ; has carried on 
business here for a number of years ; Is Postmaster and 
is proprietor and editor of the "'Derry News," the nat- 
ural presumption is that he is pretty thoroughly known 
throughout this vicinity. Mr. Bartlett has been engaged 
in business in Derry since 1870, and has conducted his 
drug store since 1884. The jtremises have an area of 
some 700 square feet, and contains a very large and va- 
ried stock, comprising drugs, medicines and chemicals 
of every description, books and stationery, confection- 
ery, fancy articles, toilet novelties, etc. The compound- 
ing of prescriptions is given particular attention, orders 
being filled in the most painstaking and accurate man- 
ner, at short notice and at very reasonable rates. There 
are three assistants employed in the store and callers 
are assured prompt and polite service. The "Derry 
News" was established by Mr. N. C. Bartlett in 1880 
and came into the possession of the present owner the 
following year. It has steadily gained in circula- 
tion and influence and well deserves its popularity, be- 
ing one of the most carefully and ably edited journals of 
its class in New England. It is a valuable advertising 
medium for those wishing to reach the purchasing class 
in this section of the state, and its advertising space will 
yield big dividends to those who invest in it judiciously. 
It has eight pages, forty-eight columns and is cut and 
pasted. Mr. Bartlett is constantly striving to improve 
the "News" in one department or another and we con- 
gratulate the residents of Derry on being represented by 
so able and progressive a journal. 

Charles S. Pettee, Dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries, 
(Crockery, Hardware, Paints, Oils, Farming Tools, 
Boots, Shoes, Paper Hangings, and all articles kept in a 
first-class country store, Derry, N. H.— The establish- 
ment carried on by Mr. Charles S. Pettee is as fine an 
example of a first-class country store as can be found in 
New Hampshire, and is worthy of much more extended 
mention than the limitations of space will enable us to 
give it, for the stock carried is so heavy and varied and 
the business has so many important departments that 
a full description of the enterprise would occupy a good 
deal of room. It was inaugurated a great many years 
ago, and in 1860 was carried on by Mr. George F. Adams, 
who was succeeded in 18G0 by Slessrs. Pettee & Co., 
whom Mr. Charles .S. Pettee succeeded in 1884. lie is a 
native of Bennington, Vt., and is one of the best-known 
business men in this section of New Hampshire, being 
highly esteemed for his active and progressive but strict- 
ly honorable methods. The ijremises made use of con- 
sist of a store .■measuring 20x42 feet, and a store room of 
similar dimensions, and among the more important com- 
modities included in the stock may be mentioned dry 
goods, groceries, crockery, glass, earthen and stoue 
ware, hardware, paints, oils, farming tools, flour, salt, 
etc., together with rubber goods, varnishes, soaps, boots 
and shoes, fancy goods, cutlery, school books, station- 
ery, paper hangings, medicines and confectionery. Mr. 
Pettee is a wholesale as well as a retail dealer in paints, 
oils, varnishes, soaps and rubber goods. 



108 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF PEPPEBELL. 

Ii. B. Hardy, Dealer in Corn, Meal, Oats, Shorts, aflfording ample room for the operation of all necessary 

Middlings, etc., Band Sawing, also Shingles sawed and machinery, etc. Mr. Hardy is a native of Warner, N. 

for sale, Derry, N. H.— The mill now operated by H., and has many friends in Derry and vicinity. He 

Mr. L. B. Hardy was established as far back as 1819, gives close personal attention to the details of his busi- 

and has passed through the hands of many parties, ness and is prepared to fill both wholesale and retail 

Anally coming under the control of the present proprie- orders in an entirely satisfactory manner and at the very 

tor in 1884. Of course the machinery etc., has been lowest market rates. Corn, meal, oats, shorts, mid- 

materially improved and added to from time to time, and dlings, etc., are supplied in quantities to suit, and band 

Mr. Hardy is in a position to meet all honorable compe- sawing will be done to order in flrst-class style, shingles 

tition, as his saw and grist mill is thoroughly well will be sawed to order at a moderate charge and may be 

equipped and has sufficient capacity to enable the most bought at wholesale or retail at prices as low as the 

extensive orders to be filled at shoit notice. The build- lowest, 
ing is three stories in height and about 40 feet square. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF 



PKPPBRELL. 



The first settlements in that part of Groton which was afterward to be known as Pepperell were 
made in 1820, and in 1742 the forty-two families then residing in Groton, west of the Nashua 
Eiver, petitioned the general court to be set off as a distinct precinct, the prayer being granted and 
the district being called Groton West Parish. The residents were subsequently allowed to act 
independently of Groton as regards parochial matters, but in all other respects were bound by the 
express wishes of the majority of voters in the entire town. The first legal meeting of the new 
parish was held January 17, 1743, when the necessary ofiicers were chosen, and ten pounds appro- 
priated. At another meeting held shortly afterward, it was voted to build a meeting house, but 
there was great dispute as to where it should be located, and from this and other causes its erec- 
tion was so delayed that the building was not ready for occupancy until 184.5. Eev. Joseph Emer- 
son of Maiden was the first regular settled minister, he being ordained February 25, 1748. Some 
five years afterwards, the parish was made a district by the general court, and given the name of 
Pepperell, in honor of Sir William Pepperell, the hero of Louisburg. He reciprocated by pre.sent- 
ing the district with a bell, as was customary in those days, but its tones were never to awaken the 
echoes of Pepperell, as for some inscrutable reason this bell was never received. It was cast in 
England, duly cast with the givers name and bore the suggestive couplet, 

"I to the church the living call 
And to the grave I summon all." 

It is certain tliat it was stored in Boston for some time, and various explanations have been 
made to show why it was never sent to Pepijerell, but all these explanations are more ingenious 
than conclusive and the matter remains a mystery to this day. The Rev. Mr. Emerson had been a 
chaplain in the Louisburg expedition, and although a sincere christain he by no means believed in 
a policy of non-resistance, but on all suitable occasions incited his parishoners to take up arms in 
the service of their country and to avoid cowardice under all circumstances. He found them apt 
pupils, for the residents of the town were not only among the first to enlist as soldiers to fight the 
French, but subsequently were distinguished for their otitspoken policy of resistance to the ag- 
gressions of the crown. A company of minute men was formed, and immediately on receipt of the 
news of the battle of Lexington, it left for the scene of action. Colonel William Prescott, com- 
mander of the provincial soldiers at Bunker Hill, was a resident of Pepperell, and after the close 
of the war returned to the town and held all the local offices of prominence, he being honored 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF PEPPERELL. 



109 



and esteemed as a man even more than as a soldier. Eight of the sixty Pepperell men at Bunker 
Hill were killed and an equal number wounded, and before the war was over many more had been 
placed among the dead or injured, for the town was I'epresented on all the famous fields of the Rev- 
olution and her sons never shirked their duty. We say the "town" for as a matter of fact the 
district was such from 1776, although legallj' it was not a town until ten years later. During the 
Eevolution Pepperell fully maintained its patrioti creputation, furnishing about 1.50 men altogether, 
twenty of whom were with the "old 6th," during its famous march through Baltimore. 




Bast Pepperell, Mass. 

The opening of the Worcester & Nashua R. E., in 1818, had a great effect upon the town and 
finally caused the extension of its territory, for as this road ran along the east bank of the Xashua, 
the depot for Pepperell was located opposite Babbitassett Village, the stream being spanned by a 
bridge at that point. The village that grew up around the depot was of course thoroughly identi- 
fied with Pepperell, although located in Groton, and in 18.57 this village and some two square 
miles of territory in the latter town were annexed to Pepperell. For many years the Centre was 
the principal village of the town, but changing conditions altered this state of affairs, and by far 
the greater proportion of the business interests are now located at East, Babbittasset and Depot 
Villages, the two latter really being but one. A great dc^al of capital is profitably invested in man- 
ufacturing, within the limits of the town, these industries being in a flourisliing condition and 
giving every promise of extended future development. Pepperell has a wide reputation for beau- 
tiful scenery and attractive drives and walks, and during the warmer months many tourists may 
be found throughout this territory. Very few towns are at once so accessible and so picturesque, 
and it speaks well for the taste of the summer visitors that their reports are so favorable as to 
cause a marked yearly increase in their numliers. As a permanent place of residence the town 
also possesses many advantages, prominent among which are the first-class educational facilities 
afforded by the liberally maintained schools and the well-managed public library. The latter was 
established in 1877 and has been a great success from the first, all avoidable "red-tape" beingdis- 
pensed with in its manag<>ment, and its usefulness and popularity thereby being maintained at the 
highest standard. The books have been chosen with great care and skill, and their number is 
steadily increasing. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF E. PEPPERELL. 



Leighton Bros.. Manufacturers of Brogans, 18 High 
Street, Boston, Mass. Factory at East Pepperell, 
Mass. — An examination of even the finest grade of shoe 
would give no hint of the vast amount of capital and 
elaborate plant of costly machinery involved in its pro- 
duction, and it is very difficult to realize that a single 
establishment devoted to the manufacture of nothing 
but Brogans can represent the expenditure of many 
thousands of dollars. Yet such is the case with that 
carried on by Messrs. Leighton Brothers in East Pep- 
perell, although this may properly be regarded as an 
exception to a certain extent,»as it is one of the largest 
Brogan Factories in the world. The business that main- 
tains it was not built up in a year or in ten years, but 
represents some forty years of persevering and intelli- 
gent catering to the wants of the purchasing public. In 
1850 it came under the control of Mr. Albert Leighton, 
who was succeeded in 1879 by Mr. Frank Leighton, the 
existing firm being formed in 1884. It is constituted of 
Messrs. Frank, Elbert and Charles Leighton, the latter 
gentleman being a native of this town, while both 
his brothers were born in Westford, Mass. All the 
members of the firm are widely known in social as well 
as in business circles. The premises utilized are both 
handsome and commodious, and are so conveniently 
arranged as to aid materially in reducing the cost oif 
production to a minimum by avoiding the unnecessary 
handling of goods and material. The main shop is four 
stories and a basement in height, and 35x70 feet in 
dimensions, and is connected with an ell of about double 
this size; this latter structure being four stories high 
and measuring 35x140 feet. The capacity of this mam- 
moth factory is 5,000 pairs per day, and this amount can 
be turned out without undue crowding or forcing of the 
extensive plant of machinerj' in use, which is driven by 
a steam engine of eighty horse power, and is made up of 
the very latest improved appliances, being probably as 
elaborate and complete a plant of shoe machinery as 
even Massachusetts, the great headquarters of shoe 
manufacturing, can show. The firm employ 850 opera- 
tives, and doubtless owe much of their success to the 
well-considered system which controls each of the many 
processes incidental to production. It should be borne 
in mind that there are degrees of excellence in Brogans, 
as these are in the finest grades of footwear, and it is 
the invariable policy of this concern to turn out goods 
which can be confidently guaranteed to embody such 
desirable features as ease, strength and durability. To 
attain this end, carefully selected material is used and a 
certain standard is insisted upon in each of the m.any 
details of production, painstaking supervision being con- 
stantly exercised. Under these circumstances the great 
magnitude of the business is easy to imderstand, and the 
general and constantly increasing demand for the pro- 
duct readily accounted for ; especially as Leighton Bros, 
are in a position to quote the lowest market rates at all 
times. They maintain a Boston Office at No. 18 High 
Street, and ship goods to about every portion of the 
Union. 



Champion Card and Paper Co., Manufacturers 
of Enamelled Book, Label and Glazed Papers, Card 
Boards, Lithographic Plate Papers a Specialty, East 
Pepperell, Mass. — The enterprise conducted by the 
Champion Card and Paper Company, may be said to have 
had its origin in 1880, the establishment being theo car- 
ried on as a department of the works of the Fairchild 
Paper Company, but in 1883 the undertaking was re- 
established on an independent basis, the Champion Card 
and Paper Company being incorporated under the laws 
of New Hampshire, with a capital of $50,000. The bus- 
iness has rapidly developed until it has attained great 
magnitude, and some idea of the extent of this develop- 
ment, and of the determination of the management to be 
in a positian to handle their increasing trade and to 
provide facilities which shall enable them to meet all 
honorable competition, may be gained from the fact that 
in 1887 the capital stock was increased from $.50,000 to 
$1.50,000, this change being made in accordance with 
Massachusetts laws. The President of the Company, 
Mr. C. M. Gage, and the Treasurer, Mr. P. A. Hammond, 
are both widely known as representative business men ; 
and the forethought and skill which characterize the 
management of the enterprise with which they are 
identified, prove its interests to be in entirely competent 
hands. The mill is located at East Pepperell, and is 
very spacious, the building being 500 feet long and hav- 
ing an average width of 125 feet. The machinery in use 
is of the most approved type, and employment is given 
to eighty assistants ; the annual out-put reaching a very 
high figure and finding a ready market, as the product 
has no superior in its special line. It includes Enamelled 
Book, Label and Glazed Papers and Card Boards, — a 
leading specialty being made of Lithographic Plate 
Papers. The Company have established a most enviable 
reputation for promptness and accuracy in the filling of 
orders, and are prepared to quote the lowest rates. 

J. G. Boutelle, Jeweler and Optician. Repairing 
a Specialty. East Pepperell, Mass., near Depot. — Mr. 
J. G. Boutelle is a dealer in AVatches, Clocks and 
Jewelry, having succeeded Mr. Russell in ISSO. He is a 
native of Amherst, N. H. It is unfortunate that with 
the great increase in the number of fine Watches in general 
use of late years, there has not been a corresponding 
increase in the number of those capable of repairing the 
same, for as matters now are, the better the watch is, 
the more liable its owner is to experience difficulty in 
having it repaired properly. That this is a correct 
statement of the case, no one acquainted with the facts 
will dispute, and therefore we feel that in directing our 
readers to an establishment where a specialty is made of 
repairing watches, we are giving them information 
which may save them time, money and trouble. Mr. 
Boutelle carries a good assortment of Watches, Clocks 
and .Tewelry, which it will please him to show, and will 
well pay for the time spent in examination. He gives 
personal attention to repairing Watches, Clocks and 
Jewelry in all its branches and his prices are moderate. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF EAST PEPPERELL. 



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Charles S.Denham, Druggist and Pharmacist, East 
I'epperell, Mass. — It is doubtful if a more geuSrally and 
favorably known establishmeut could be pointed out in 
East Fepperell than that now carried on by Mr. Charles 
S. Denham, for its proprietor is one of the most active 
and public spirited of our local business men and has a 
large circle of friends throughout this section. Mr. Den- 
ham is a native of Abington and succeeded Mr. Thos. A. 
Briggs in business in 187!i. He is now overseer of the 
poor, and has done much to alleviate the sufferings of 
that class of East Pepperell's inhabitants. As a druggist 
and pharmacist he has built up a large and increasing 
business as his goods are uniformly reliable, the prices 
are moderate, and prompt and courteous attention is as- 
sured to all. A full assortment of drugs, medicines and 
chemicals Is constantly on hand and prescriptions will 
be carefully compounded at ver3' short notice and at low 
rates. Toilet and fancy articles are largely dealt in, and 
particular attention is given to the selection of all lines 
of goods dealt in, a carefully chosen assortment being 
always found at this popular store. A sufficient force of 
assistants is constantly employed to assure immediate 
and polite attention to every caller. We therefore com- 
mend this establishment and its well-known proprietor 
to the residents of Fepperell and vicinity, knowing that 
all who deal here, will be most honorably and intelligent- 
ly served. 

H. A. Parker & Co., Manufacturers of Sheathing 
Paper, Dealers in Lumber, Hardware, Paints, Oils, 
Lime, Cement, Glass, Mouldings, etc., also Flour, Grain 
and Feed, East Fepperell, Mass. — One of the oldest es- 
tablished of the various business enterprises carried on 
in this town is that conducted by Messrs. H. A. 
Parker & Co., and the business done by this representa- 
tive firm is as remarkable for its scope as it is for its 
long standing, comprising as it does the manufacture of 
paper and of lumber and the handling of hardware, 
building materials, paints, oils and other standard com- 
modities, also deals extensively in flour, grain and feed. 
Mr. Parker is a native of this town, and is a very active 
and almost universally known business man, being 
treasurer of the Fepperell Card and Paper Company be- 
sides carrying on his own distinctive enterprise. The 
paper mill controlled by Messrs. H. A. Parker & Co., 
was established more than fifty years ago, and has been 
conducted by this firm about thirty-five years, and the 
saw mill was first put in operation some three years 
afterwards. The manufacture of sheathing paper is 
quite extensively carried on as is also the production of 
lumber and of house finish of various kinds, employ- 
ment being given to from 1.5 to 60 assistants according 
to the season, etc. Wood and lumber, shingles, clap- 
boards, laths, mouldings, etc., will be supplied in quan- 
tities to suit at the lowest market rates, and lime, 
cement, hair, paints, oils, glass, and building materials 
in general are also extensively dealt in, as is hardware 
of all descriptions. Take it all in all, this undertaking 
is a decided public convenience and richly deserves the 
liberal patronage accorded it, for the firm handle strict- 
ly dependable goods and quote prices that will compare 
favorably with those of other dealers. 



A. M. Lackey, Dealer in Newspapers, Periodicals, 
Books, Confectionery and Cigars, East Fepperell, Mass. 
— Whether our readers be of a literary turn of mind or 
in search of a good cigar or pure confectionery they can- 
not fail to find a visit to the establishment now conducted 
by Mr. A. M. Lackey both profitable and agreeable for 
this gentleman carries an assortment of all these articles 
mentioned, so varied and complete that it must be seen 
to be appreciated ; and what is even more to the purpose 
he is prepared to quote the very lowest market rates on 
anything he oflfers for sale. This enterprise was inaugu- 
rated by Mr. W. A. Kemp, the present proprietor Mr. A. 
M. Lackey assuming full control of the business in 1889. 
This gentleman is a native of High Gate, Vermont, and 



is very well known throughout East Fepperell. The 
supply of books carried is made up of the works of stand- 
ard authors as well as those who are most popular at the 
present day. The newspapers and periodicals comprise 
all the daily, weekly and monthly publications, and there 
is a sufficient variety on hand to allow both the tastes 
and purses of customers to be fully suited. Confection- 
ery and cigars are largely dealt in, and the assortment 
carried includes pure fresh confectionery and the best 
and most popular brands of cigars. Competent assistants 
are constantly on hand and every caller is assured 
prompt and intelligent service. 




Henry Blake & Son, (Successor to Blake Bros.) 
Manufacturers of Blake's Patent Water ^Vlieels, Belt 
Studs, Paper Machinery, Shafting, Gearing, Pulleys, 
etc.. East Fepperell, Mass. — One of the most truly rep- 
resentative business enterprises carried on in East Fep- 
perell is that conducted by Messrs. Henry Blake & Son, 
for this was inaugurated more than a half-century ago 
and has exerted a powerful influence in making this 
community favorably and widely known as a manufac- 
turing centre. Operations were begun in 18.38, by 
Messrs. L. W. Blake & Co., this style being changed to 
L. W. Blake & Son, and the firm of Blake Brothers being 
formed about the year 1866, this latter concern being 
succeeded by Henry Blake & Son, in 1884. The senior 
partner is a native "of Chester, X. IL, and Mr. Edgar W. 
Blake, of this town, both these gentlemen being so well 
known in Fepperell and vicinity as to render extended 
personal mention altogether unnecessary. The firm 
utilize spacious and well equipped premises and are 
extensively engaged in the manufacture of Blake's pat- 
ent water wheels, belt studs, paper machinery, shafting, 
gearing, pulleys, etc., and also make the Facile Bottle 
Stopple for the Facile Bottle Stopple Company. Blake's 
patent water wheels have had their advantages proved 
by years of practical service and rank witli the most effi- 
cient, economical and popular appliances of the kind in 
the market, while no small part of their enviable record 
is due to the fact that they are carefully and skilfully 
made of selected materials, causing lliem to be as strong 
and durahle in construction as they are etlicient in de- 
sign. This factory is justlj- celebrated for turning out 
uniformly first class work, and the present firm neglect 
no precautions to ensure a continuance of the gratifying 
record thus far made. Employment is given to some 25 
experienced workmen, and careful supervision is given 
to the many details of the business, no imperfect work 
being knowingly allowed to leave the establishment. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF EAST PEPPERELL. 



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. -^^n^TI^TIS <2z CO., 



General Fire Insurance Agents 1 Brokers, 

Pi^or ^VY'EB^, GtlCOirOIV and P»13F»t»E>JR:ElvIv. 

Offices at Ayer, Fillebrown's Block, Main Street; Groton, Main Street; Pepperkll, Railroad Square. 

One of those wide-awake, progressive and strictly reliable firms which can do so much towards aiding to 
develop the resources of a comuiunity is that of Messrs. W. H. Annis & Co., who are general fire insurance agents 
and brokers for Aj'er, Groton and Pepperell, having oflices in each of those towns and doing a large and rapidly 
growing business. The enterprise was inaugurated in 1888 by Mr. W. H. Annis, who in 1889 became associated 
with Mr. J. W. Parker, under the existing firm-name. Mr. Annis is a native of Lowell, Mass., and is one of the 
Pepperell Selectmen, while Mr. Parker, who was also born in tlie Old Bay State, is Selectman and Overseer of the 
Poor in Groton, where he resides. The firm have an office in Fillebrown's Block, Ayer; in Groton on Main Street, 
and in Pepperell on Railroad Squi.re. They represent some of the strongest fire insurance companies in tlie world, 
and are in a position to insure dwellings and contents ; farm, mercantile and manufacturing property at the most 
favorable rates. An idea of the scope and character of their facilities may be gained by an examination of the 
annexed list of companies acted for.^^^Ctna, Hartford ; Merchants, New jersey ; Xorth America, Philadelphia; 
Merrimack, Andover; Merchants & Farmers, Worcester; Traders & Mechanics, Lowell; Dorchester, Boston; 
Abiugton, Abington; Sun Fire, London. Messrs. W. H. Annis & Co., also do a large Real Estate and 
Brokerage Business, and are prepared to make and record deeds, mortgages and all other leg.al papers. They are 
special agents for the First National and North Middlesex Savings Bank, Ayer, Mass , and will negotiate loans and 
transact similar business of a confidential and responsible character. Tickets to and from England and Ireland 
may be bought from this concern, who also sell drafts at the lowest market rates. Their Pepperell Oflice is 
also the Central Office, so that orders can be easily sent from any point la the vicinity. 

• 
Pepperell Card and Paper Co., H. C. Winslow, 
President; H. A. Parker, Treasurer. Manufacturers of 
Card-Board, Enameled, Book, Label, and all kinds of 
Coated Papers for Lithographers' and Printers' use. 
East Pepperell, Mass.^The Pepperell Card and Paper 
Company is not a corporation of very long standing, it 
having been incorporated in 1889, but the enterprise with 
which it is identified is already an assured success and 
gives every promise of continued and rapid future de- 
velopment. It is not to be wondered at that such should 
be the case, for there is a immense and growing demand 
for such goods as the company manufactures, and as 
those in charge of its aftairs are experienced in paper 
making, are not only conversant with what consumers 
desire but have both the means and the determination to 
produce papers equal to the best in their several lines, it 
would be strange if the company were not in a position 
to satisfy the most critical patrons and to produce goods 
and quote prices which will bear the severest examina- 
tion and comparison. The position of President is held 
Mr. H. C. Winslow, while that of treasurer is held by 
Mr. H. A. Parker. The company has a capital of $.50,000 
and maintains an extensive and very complete plant in 
East Pepperell, the premises utilized comprising two 
stories and a basement, aud measuring 160x60 feet. The 
machinery in use is of the most improved kind and is 
driven by a 17.5 horse engine. Employment being given 
to from 20 to .30 assistants. The company manufactures 
card-board, enamelled, book, label aud all kinds of coat- 
ed papers for lithographers' and printers' use, and its 
productions w'ill bear the test of the severest comparison 
with any other goods of similar grade in the market. 
The extensive facilities possessed enable orders to be fill- 
ed at comparatively short notice, aud the prices are 
moderate in every instance. 



George W. Pierce, Dealer in Flour, Grain, Hay, 
Lime, Cement and Hair. East Pepperell, Mass.— Mr. 
George W. Pierce is a native of Brookllne, N. H., he has 
been engaged in business here for 10 years. He has long 
ranked with the most prominent of the community and 
has done much to advance the best interests of Pepperell, 
having been identified with about all the movements of 
any importance having for their object the proper de- 
velopment of the town's resourses, and by inducing 
trade to come to this section. He brought the first car- 
load of hay that was ever delivered here. He has cleared 



the laud of trees and has a fine residence aud some five 
acres of rich grass where three years ago was nothing 
but woods. He has built up a large business in flour, 
grain, hay, lime and cement. The premises occupied 
are located in East Pepperell and comprise one building 
two stories high each 25x40 feet in dimensions and a 
storehouse about the same size. His business is both 
wholesale aud retail. All who have dealings with Mr. 
Pierce are impressed at once, with his prompt and ener- 
getic methods, which are worthy of imitation. He is 
highly esteemed both in social as well as in business 
circles. All orders are promptly attended to and all 
goods delivered will be found as represented. 

Prescott House, East Pepperell, Mass., G. H.John- 
son Proprietor, E. \. Johnsou, Manager. House newly 
furnished, good livery connected. — The Prescott House 
holds a high position among hotels which offer home- 
like accommodations to the travelling public, and indeed 
it would be difficult to find a house in which patrons are 
actually given "more for their money" in every sense of 
the phrase. Of course Massachusetts has many first- 
class hotels, furnished up in grand style, equipped with 
"all the modern conveniences" etc. etc., but most of us 
dou't care to live in palaces, and are perfectly satisfied 
when we can get a pleasant, well-furnished and well-kept 
room, in a well-managed hotel. When the table is sup- 
plied with an abundance of well-cooked and neatly served 
food. Now, this is just what is obtained at the Prescott 
House, aud therefore we take pleasure in recommending 
this hotel to those wlio appreciate "solid comfort'' aud 
wish to avoid exhorbitaut prices. The house in question 
has been in operation for about twenty-four years and 
for the past fourteen years under the management of 
G. H. Johnsou as proprietor aud E. A. Johnson as mana- 
ger, who have a thorough knowledge of the art of hotel- 
keeping. The house is newly furnished and cau accommo- 
date twenty guests. Six competent and courteous assist- 
ants areconstantly employed and every attention is paid 
to the wants of the guests, either permanent or transient 
A first-class liverj' stable is connected with the Prescott 
House and teams may be hired at very reasonable rates, 
aud the horses and carriages furnished at this stable are 
"up to the mark" in every respect, and will satisfy the 
most critical. The Prescott House Is very ])opular in 
this vicinity and the proprietor spares no trouble to con- 
stantly improve the service rendered. 



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C. T. Green, Baker, East Pepperell, Mass. — There 
are a fjreat many people who know of "Green's Bakery" 
for this enterprise was inaugurated in 1885 by Mr. C. T. 
Green who conducted the establishment until 1S87 when 
he associated himself with Mr. Sawyer under the firm 
name of Green & Sawyer and in 1880 again assuming full 
management of the business. Mr. Green is a native of 
Groton, Mass., and has steadily and energetically car- 
ried on his business since its inception. The premises 
occupied include a well fitted-up bake shop supplied 
with every modern convenience, and a spacious sales- 
room. Bread, cake and pastry of all kinds may be had 
here, and so popular are Mr. Green's productions with 
the public, that the employment of four competent a.s- 
sistants are required to meet with the brisk and increas- 
ing demand of the large wholesale and retail trade 
transacted. 'I'he goods coming from this bakery are 
made by skilled hands to be sure, but they would never 
liave reached the point in the favor of the people 
that they now hold, were it not for the fact they are 
made of selected material and every detail of their manu- 
facture carefully attended to. Mr. Green may well take 
pride in the reputation his establishment holds, for it 
has been honestly earned and will be as honestly main- 
tained in the future. The lowest market rates are quoted 
and every patron assured polite attention. Bread, cake 
and pastry will be furnished for parties, etc. also choice 
lunches at reasonable rates and of as good quality as can 
be had in the best city bakeries. 

Knights of Iiabor Co-op. Ass'n, Dealers in Dry 
Goods, Groceries, Paints, Oils, etc. East Pepperell, Mass. 
There are none too many examples of successful co-opera- 
tion, and as the many failures which have been met with 
by those who have tried to establish business on this 
basis are often cited by the opponents of the principles 
of co-operation, it is no more than fair that those who 
recognize the great possibilities of co-operative enter- 
prises when conducted with Integrity and ability, should 
point with pride to the present status of the undertaking 



perienced and artistic photographer must have a first- 
class apparatus to allow his skill to display itself to ad- 
vantage, but in neither case can anything worthy of the 
name of the art be accomplished unless he who uses the 
materials furnished has the art faculty within him. In 
the work produced by Mr. E. I>. Goss of East Pepperell, 
may be seen the happy effect of a combination of artistic 
treatment and skillful handling of a subject. He is a 
native of Salem, Mass., and served in the army during 
the Rebellion, for nineteen months, receiving his dis- 
charge for disability, Feb. 19th, 18Pi4. He founded his 
studio in East Pepperell in 1878, which is supplied 
with the best facilities for fine work. A specialty is 
made of copying, and orders for all branches of photo- 
graphic work, are promptly attended to, and satisfaction 
guaranteed. His prices are very low for the services 
rendered, and all callers are treated with the utmost 
courtesy. 

A. J. Saunders, Dealer in Groceries, Dry Goods, 
Fruit and Produce, Flour, Paint, Crockery, Hardware, 
Boots and Shoes, Oil-cloths, Straw Matting etc. East 
Pepperell, Mass.— Mr. A. J. Saunders began business 
operations in this town about twenty-three years ago, 
and that he is well known throughout this vicinity goes 
without saying, for his establishment is one of the most 
popular to be found hereabouts, and the manner in which 
he uses his customers, makes friends as well as draws 
trade. A store and basement each 20 by 60 feet in di- 
mensions are occupied in addition to a store-house, and 
an immense stock is carried, made up of choice family 
groceries, drv goods, fruit and produce, flour, etc., to- 
gether with a "fine line of paints, crockery, etc. the quality 
being fully guaranteed. Employment is given to three 
active and intelligent assistants and customers are as- 
sured prompt and willing service. Mr. Saunders also 
deals in hardware, boots and shoes, oil-cloths, straw 
matting, etc., and quotes prices in every department of 
his business, which will not suffer at all by comparison 
with those named by concerns handling the same line of 



carried on by the ICnights of Labor Co-operative Associa-JMgoods. Every article in stock is guaranteed to prove 
'" ' " ... .^^|. ^^ represented, and the inducements extended will 

be found to be strictly genuine in every respect. Mr. 
Saunders is a native of Massachusetts and is very well 
known throughout East Pepperell and vicinity. He has 
been prominent in town and state affairs, having been a 
member of the board of selectmen and on the school 
committee for many years at different periods. He also 
served in the House of Representatives during the years 
1873 and '76, and in the Senate for the years 1877 and 78. 

Ii. A. Stewart & Son, House and Carriage Painters, 
Grainers, Glaziers and Paper Hangers, near Depot, East 
Pepperell, Mass.— It seems wonderful to those who have 
no special taste in that line to sec the changing and at- 
tractive effects which may be attained by the judicious 
use of paints and paper hangings, and other home dec- 
orations, for bv skilful management of such accessories 
small rooms ma"y be made to look larger, dark ones light- 
ed and unduly large apartments cosy and comfortable. 
Of course in order to do this the means as well as the 
skill must be provided, and in this connection it is nat- 
ural to call attention to the firm of I.. A. Stewart & Son, 
whose establishment is located near the Depot. These 
gentlemen possess every facility for the doing of house 
and carriage painting and are also prepared to do grain- 
ing, glazing and paper hanging in the most approved 
style at short notice and at very moderate rates. A suf- 
ficient force of skilled and reliable workmen is constant- 
ly employed, and every order is guaranteed immediate 
and courteous attention, the work being done in a thor- 
oughly satisfactory manner and with carefully selected 
and re"liablc materials. Messrs. Stewart* Son are among 
the best known men engaged in the painting business m 
East Pepperell, therefore we commend them to the 
favorable attention of all wishing anything done in the 
line of house and carriage painting or paper hanging. 



tion here in East Pepperell, after some .3 year's trial. 
The Association does business on a sort of "profit shar- 
ing" principle, the profits being divided among the 
regular patrons of the store. The premises made use of 
comprise one floor and a basement of the dimensions of 
40x70 feet, and contain a carefully chosen stock of 
general merchandise, including dry goods, groceries 
meats, paints, oils, and many other standard commodities. 
Little need be said concerning the quality of the goods 
dealt in, for the usual temptation to fraud in this respect 
is entirely absent in such an enterprise as this, and we 
will simply state that all tastes are catered to and the 
lowest market rates quoted. Employment is given to 7 
assistants so that despite the magnitude of the business 
callers are assured prompt and careful attention. Opera- 
tions are carried on under the immediate supervision of 
Mr. George A.JMahoney, who is the agent of the Asso- 
ciation and is untiring and successful in his eftbrts to 
elevate the service to the very highest standard of effici- 
ency. 



E. L. Goss, Photographer, Copying a specialty. 
East Pepperell, Mass. — The delicacy and dexterity re- 
quired in the taking and finishing of photographs are by 
no means appreciated by the majority of the people, al- 
though many, who think that anybody can take a good 
photograph if the necessary apparatus is at hand, must 
wonder why it is that one] professional photographer 
does work which calls forth the admiration of all who sec 
it, by its.accuracy and^beauty, while there are ajdozen 
others apparently unable to even approach 'it in excel- 
lence. The tnith is 'photography is an art and not "'a 
mere mechanical process. As the most gifted j artist in 
colors must have a proper equipment of paints, brushes, 
etc., if he is to produce the best results, so the most ex- 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF EAST PEPPEBELL. 



C. M. Sawyer, Domestic Bakery, all kiuds of Bread 
autl Pastrj', Wedding Cake a Specialty, Main Street, 
Eest Pepperell, Mass. — Among the varied industries 
pursued in East Pepperell, the Domestic Bakery holds a 
prominent place in the trade centre. This establishment 
was founded in 1S8!) by the present proprietor Mr. C. 
M. Sawyer, who during the time since elapsed has most 
ably managed hisestablisliment. The Domestic Bakery is 
located on Main Street, and is of spacious dimensions. 
The extensive retail business transacted requires the 
services of thoroughly capable assistants. The energies 
of the house are devoted to the manufacture of bread, 
cake and pastry of all kinds, a specialty being made of 
wedding cake, orders for which will be filled in any 
(luautity at short notice. Tlierefore we take pleasure 
in calling the attention of our many readers to tliis tirst- 
class and thoroughly reliable establishment. The pro- 
prietor Mr. C. M. Sawyer is very well-known through- 
out East Pepperell, and we feel justified in commending 
both the establishment and its wide-awake proprietor to 
the favorable attention of all housekeepers and others 
desirous of finding a first-class bakery, whose products 
can be implicitely relied upon. 



I. J. Rowell, Dealer in Anthracite and Bituminous 
Coal and AVood; Office, Railroad Square, East Pepperell, 
Mass. — The enormous amount of coal consumed in this 
country, and the rapidity with which this consumption 
is increasing, have caused some to fear that the supply 
will be exhausted within comparatively few years, but 
careful calculations prove this fear to have no founda- 
tion in fact, it being estimated that Pennsylvania alone 
could furnish coal enough for the entire union for a cen- 
tury to come. Among the concerns located in East 
Pepperell and vicinity liandling this indispensable com- 
modity, a very prominent position must be given to Mr. 
I. J. Rowell, for this gentleman not only does a very 
large business, but offers so satisfactory a service to the 
public that his trade is steadily and rapidly increasing ; 
it is the headquarters for coal in this vicinity, Mr. 
Rowell supplying several adjoining towns. The space 
utilized will hold five hundred tons, and is none too large 
at that, for a heavy stock is constantly on hand, anthra- 
cite and bituminous coal and wood being dealt in. 
Business in this line has been carried on in this location 
many years, Mr. Rowell having succeeded Mr. Chas. 
Winn in 1870. Mr. Rowell is a native of Londonderry, 
N. H. ; he is highly esteemed, and is now assessor and 
collector for the town. One policy has been pursued 
from the first, — standard grades of coal at bottom prices 
— and as the delivery is always prompt and reliable, no 
further explanation of the popularity of tliis enterprise 
is required. OtBce in Railroad Square, 



Mrs. L. J. Gerry, Milliner and Dressmaker, No. 5 
Railroad Square, Pepperell, Mass. — It isthegeneral ver- 
dict among the ladies of Pepperell and vicinity, who 
have examined specimens of the work done at the estab- 
lishment of Mrs. L. J. Gerry, that the results there pro- 
duced are exceptionally satisfactory, and there has lieen 
ample time to form competent judgment regarding the 
matter, for Mrs. Gerry began operations in 18S7, and her 
business has since rapidly and steadily developed, it now 
being one of the best known in town. Fine millinery is 
largely dealt in, and order work is assured prompt and 
satisfactory attention. All of our lady readers can doubt- 
less call to their minds instances which have come under 
their observation where the most costly costumes, made 
from the richest and most fashionable materials, utterly 
failed to produce a desirable effect by reason of the in- 
competency or carelessness of those who were entrusted 
with their making. The handsomest and most tasteful 
fabrics may easily be rendered quite unattractive by not 
being properly made and fitted to the wearer, and the 
advantages to be gained by securing the services of a 
good dressmaker are too evident for us to dwell upon 
the ini|)ortance of so doing. The millinery and diess- 
niaking rooms of Mrs. Gerry are located at No. .5 Itail- 
road S(iuare, and are about four huudred feet in 
dimensions. She is a native of Nashua, N. H. Employ- 
ment is given to from 2 to 5 assistants, according to the 
season. A large stock of fashionable goods is always on 
hand, embracing many novelties, and pi'ices quoted are 
uniformly moderate. 



T. S. Brown, Merchant Tailor, East Pepperell, Mass. 
— It is all very well to say "Every one should dress 
well," but the fact remains that every one does not 
know how to dress well, for taste in dress is, by 
no means, a general or even a common gift, and those 
who have no taste in this direction do not always know 
where they can get competent or dependable advice. In 
this connection, we take pleasure in calling attention to 
the establishment conducted by Mr. T. S. Brown, at 
East Pepperell, Mass. This gentlem.an is a merchant 
tailor of experience and ability, and as he has both t.iste 
and skill in his chosen line of work, those who feel un- 
certain as to what they should wear, should certainly 
give him a call, for he will cheerfully give advitc when 
desired, and he is fully prepared to carry that advice 
into practical elVect, ami to guarantee satisfaction to his 
patrons. He carries a fine stock of suitings, embracing 
fashionable novelties. Orders can be filled at short 
notice, and those who wish a stylish, good-fitting and 
honestly made suit or garment at a moderate price, can 
get just what they desire at this popular establishment. 



INDEX TO BUSINESS NOTICES. 



BANKS AND BANKERS. 

City Saviugs Bauk 40 

Derry National Bauk 107 

First National Bank SO 

Johnson County Bauk 53 

Mason Village Savings Bauk 98 

Mechanics' Savings Bank 43 

Milford Savings Bank 84 

Nasliua Trust Co 38 

Nashua Savings Bank 41 

New Hampshire Banking Co 31 

Second National Bank 43 

Souhegan National Bank 84 

Wilton Savings Bank 93 

BOOT AND SHOR MANUFACTURE KS. 

Colburu, Fuller & Co 104 

Leighton Brothers 110 

Moody, Estabrook & Andersons fi2 

Nashua Boot & Shoe Manvifacturing Co 33 

BOOT AND SHOE DEAI.ERS. 

Bean, J. W 105 

Center, S. N. & Son 93 

Kingsburv, H. L 101 

Laws, .1. M 81 

Lund, F. M GO 

Nashua Boot & Slioe Co 08 

Olivier, H G6 

Shaunahnn, J 82 

Thompson, D. F 88 

Young, A. C 94 

BOX MANUFACTURERS. 

Campbell, W. H 41 

Home, M.J 104 

Sanders, Geo. 50 

BAKERS. 

Bagley, J 47 

Burke, Chas. H GO 

Butler, F. II lOG 

Green, C. T 113 

Sawyer, C. M 114 

BLACKSMITHS AND WHEELWRIGHTS. 

Laniar.sh, Joseph 00 

I'rquhart, L. & Co 68 

BOOKSELLERS, NEWSDEALERS AND STATIONERS. 

Lackey, A. M Ill 

Parker, C. C 72 

Smith, R. T. & Co 74 

Woods, John .34 

Wheeler, Mr.s. J. A 84 

CARRIAGE MANUFACTURERS AND DEALERS. 

Abbott Davis it Co lOG 

Batcheldcr, C. E 64 

Burge, (ieo. A. & Co 40 

Nashua Carriage Co 39 

Woodward, Quincy A 64 



CARD AND PAPER MANUFACTURERS. 

Champion Card & I'aper Co 110 

Nashua Card & (Jlazed Paper Co 45 

Pepperell Card & Paper Co 112 

CIGAR MANUFACTURERS AND DEALERS. 

Anderson, F. C 85 

Dowd, T. J 59 

Osboru, John 61 

Truell, M. L 47 

CONFECTIONERY MANUFACTURERS AND DEALERS. 

Hart well, Geo. E. (also silverware) 95 

Holman, Charles 38 

Osboin, John 61 

CONTRACTORS, MASONS AND BUILDERS. 

DuDcklee, L. P 35 

Stevens, Chas. W 41 

WInslovv, W. L 82 

Winters, Thomas 83 

DRY AND FANCY GOODS. 

Barber, H. H 83 

Batehelder, E. C. & Co 82 

Blunt, J. G. & Son .31 

Blake, J. H., Jr 49 

Bliss, Miss C. L 73 

Center, S. N. & Son <),{ 

Hartshorn, James H loo 

Jennett, A. J. & Co 69 

Kent, J. E 59 

Kimball & Co 64 

Norwell, H. S gg 

Pettee, Chas. S in? 

.Saunders, A J u;! 

Wakelin, W. B ;j2 

Whitney, E. N 10.-, 

White, W. E loi 

Young, A. C 94 

DENTISTS. 

Drowne, F. 1 104 

Eayrs, C. G. A 67 

Fisk, Dr 87 

Faxon, C. E 43 

liOcke, L. F 58 

Neal, C. A 33 

Wetherbee 87 

Wheeler, F. M lOO 

DRUGGISTS. 

Bartlett, Chas . 107 

Bell, S. Howard 103 

Denham, Chas. S m 

French, W. F 88 

Lussier, Victor & Co 67 

Morse, C. Milan ,33 

Powers, H. A 96 

White, J. W 71 



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ELECTRIC WORK AND SUPPL,IES. 

Gay, A. E 65 

FLOUR, GRAIN AND FEED. 

Ban-, John N. & Co 62 

Barker, A. 96 

Heath, Geo. E 65 

Hardy, L. B 108 

Kendall, C. E. & Co 85 

Pierce, Geo. VV 112 

Proctor, D. E 85 

Prescott, O. D 100 

Smith, Geo. B 104 

FURNITURE MANUFACTURERS. 

Crosby luvalid Furniture Co., The 62 

Emerson & Ware 88 

Farwell & Tatt 99 

Fletcher & Webster Furniture Co., The 48 

Howard, French & Heald 44 

Hatch, Law & Co 32 

Nashua Novelty Co., The (furniture and toys) . . 33 

Sanders, Geo. 50 

FURNITURE, CARPETS, UPHOLSTERY AND HOUSE 
FURNISHINGS. 

Blood, Frank W. & Co 47 

Beaulieu, Chas 74 

Emerson & Son 89 

Foster, B. F 85 

Kegan, T. F. & Co 49 

Pease & Avery 40 

Perry, J. M 53 

Sawtell, W. W 99 

Wheeler, J. A. (crockery, glass, etc.) 84 

Woods, John 34 

GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS. 

Barker, A. 96 

Bartlett, H. L 89 

Blunt, J. G. & Son 31 

Bowman, Abel • 36 

Brigham, Geo. H 53 

Bruce, J. E 82 

Brown Brothers 100 

Chase, W. B 57 

Clark, J. W 61 

Clark, F. W 95 

Couch, J. S 107 

Daggett & Cross 34 

Doucet, Gustave 99 

Finning, C. W '. . . 29 

Flanders, Edwin D 09 

FoUett, A. M 73 

Foster Brothers 87 

Hartshorn, Jas. H 100 

Holt Brothers 81 

Killeen, P. P. & Co 60 

K. of L. Co-operative As.s'n 113 

Kendall, C. E. & Co 85 

Lyford & Kendall 86 

Marshall, M. C 65 

McQuesten, Geo. B 33 

Newton, Frank 68 

Pettee, Chas. S 107 

Proctor, D. E. . . . • • 95 

Prescott, O. I) 100 

Rogers, N. E 39 

Sawyer, R. M. & Co 30 

Sanborn & Morse 63 

Saunders, A. J 113 

Smith, Geo. B 104 

Stanton, M. P 93 

Verder, Geo. D 72 

Waugh, Geo. A 105 

Webster, J. F 106 

Whitney, E. N 105 

White, W. E 101 

Woods, B. S 40 



FISH AND OYSTERS. 

Baker, C. H. & Co 39 

Wheeler, A. E 82 

GRANITE MANUFACTURERS AND DEALERS. 

Cummings, Chas. E 71 

Davis, Albert A 69 

Daudelin & Langelier 65 

Stevens, Chas. W 41 

HARDWARE, IRON AND STEEL. 

Barr & Co 3'J 

HARNESS MANUFACTURERS. 

Burge, Geo. A. & Co 40 

Putnam, W. K 89 

Sanderson, A. E 67 

'I'ingley, Lewis 93 

Woodward, L O. & Cory 31 

HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS. 

Brophy, P. T. & Brother 31 

Columbiau Hotel 99 

Everett House 92 

Gustin, A. J. Mrs 61 

Hartwell, M. L 70 

Hotel Howison 81 

Hotel Bradford 105 

Indian Head House 34 

I^aton House 63 

Nashua House 67 

Prescott House 112 

Tremont House 28 

Watananock House 70 

INSURANCE. 

Annls, W. H. & Co 112 

Felch, Fred R. (also attorney) 103 

Mass. Mutual Life Ins. Co., M. A. Taylor, agent . . 42 

McKean & Andrews 43 

Parker, J. B, (also attorney) 64 

JEWELERS AND OPTICIANS. 

Boutelle, J. G HO 

Cheney, E. E 71 

Hendrick, A. P 69 

Neff, Fred S 45 

Walton, C. J 73 

LAUNDRIES. 

Nashua Steam Laundry (G. H. Parker) 71 

Standard Steam Laundry (C. A. Lefavor) .... 42 

LIVERY, SALE AND BOARDING STABLES. 

Abbott Davis & Co 100 

Curtis, E. J 95 

Flanders, W. 70 

Hunt, James H 30 

Keely & Field 00 

Langdell, Joseph 96 

Marshall, Dustin 49 

Ordway, F. W 85 

Peasley & McClary 35 

Ryan, Jas. W »0 

Willoby, H. M 59 

MILLINERY, FANCY GOODS AND DRESSMAKING. 

Boyd, Fanny E 105 

Cusson, H. & Co., 01 

Cheever, D. C 71 

Gerry, Mrs. L. J '14 

Jennett, Mrs. Belle 69 

King, Miss A 49 

Lowe, Alonzo S ^' 

Spalding, Mrs. M. A. (also hair goods) 68 

Smith, Miss S. M ^6 

Vickery, Mrs. E. C '^ 



INDEX TO BUSINESS NOTICES. 



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MANCFACTURERS. 

Baker, Lucy R. (Knit goods) 73 

Blake, Henry & Son (machinery) Ill 

Eagle Plaiting Co 87 

Flatiier & Co. (machinery and tools) 46 

Fitzgerald, Rufus (leather belting) 55 

Heald, A & Son (plane and tool MTgs) 88 

Kendall, P. A. (saws) 57 

Low & Rewell, MTg. Co. (mops, etc.,) 94 

McLane, John (post-office furniture) 79 

Nashua Iron Foundry 38 

Nashua Saddlery Hardware Co 45 

Pierce, W. E. & Co. (wholesale cooperage) .... 81 

Heed, O. W. (brass founder) 45 

Rollins Engine Co., The 55 

ITnderhill Edge Tool Co 34 

White Slountain Freezer Co., The 39 

Wason, G. A. & Son (pumps) 65 

MISCELLANEOUS. 

Blaylock, Ella (physician) 35 

Blake, Chas. H. (florist) 28 

Davidson Investment Co., The 29 

Dane, H. F. (Auctioneer and commission merchant) 5G 

Derry, Historical Sketch of 101 

Elliott, R. P. (solicitor of patents) 32 

Greenville, Historical Sketch of 97 

Huutle}', Emma Manning (public reader) 56 

Londonderry Lithia Spring Water Co., The .... 44 

Milford, Historical Sketch of 75 

Nashua Building Loan Ass'u (Real Estate) .... 37 

Piukerton Academy 106 

Pepperell, Historical Sketch of . . . • 108 

Saunders, A. H. (architect and engineer) 30 

Wilton, Historical Sketch of 90 

MUSIC TEACHERS. 

Cummlngs, W. A 72 

Meleudy, Anna L 63 

Pollard, C. N 49 

Pollard, Jliss M. C 49 

PLUMBERS, STEAM AND OAS FITTERS, ALSO STOVE 
DEALERS. 

Blood, T. W. & Co., 47 

Cutler, C. L 105 

Farrar, N. P 100 

Foster, S. K 94 

Gay, Arthur E 65 

Leazott, .T. W. & Co 52 

Ray, Frank 57 

Twiss, John A. & Co 8G 

PHOTOGRAPHERS. 

Austin, A. C 60 

Duclos, J. E. N 69 

Goss, E. li 113 

Hubbard, E.E 87 



PAINTERS, PAPER HANGERS, PAINTS, OILS, ETC 

Bickford, J. D. & Co 61 

Brahaney, James A §5 

Hartwell, Geo. E 95 

Macabe, Geo. A . 66 

Mixer, J. A §7 

Stewart, L. A. & Sou . ns 

PRINTERS AND PUBLISHERS. 

Bagley, Geo. E. & Co 63 

Bartlett, Chas. (Derry news) 107 

Melzer, Jas. P. (also taxidermist) 89 

Nashua Gazette, The 38 

PIANOS AND ORGANS. 

Bell, C. P 36 

Cummings, W. A 72 

Steele, .James 70 

Wheeler, Geo. S 29 

REAL ESTATE. 

Campbell, C. H 3.5 

Merrill, Miles J 29 

Parker, .J. B. (attoruey) G4 

TAILORS AND CLOTHIERS. 

Brown, T. S 114 

Crowley Brothers 32 

Fisher, J. A 72 

Glazier, G!eo. L 53 

Hartshorn, John A 29 

Kingsbury, H. L 101 

Palmer, F. A 103 

Phaneuf, H. C .59 

Talbot & Co 42 

Wallace, Geo. W 95 

TEXTILE M'F'G'S. 

Columbian M'f'g. Co. (shirtings, denims, etc. ... 99 

Hillsborough Mills (carpet yarns) 86 

Nashua Mfg. Co. (cotton flannels, sheetings) ... 42 

Vale Mills, (cotton shirtings) 41 

Morse & Kaley Mfg. Co. (knitting cotton) .... 83 

UNDERTAKERS. 

Barnes, W. H 92 

Davis, Albert A 69 

Foster, B. F 85 

Keely & Field 60 

Rockwood, A. J 48 

Sawtell, W. W 99 

WOOD, LUMBER, COAL, ICE, ETC, 

Cross & Tolles 54 

Heath, Geo. E 65 

Keyes, A. P. (also teaming) • 56 

McQuesten & Chase 30 

Parker, H. A. & Co Ill 

Phelps, Geo. & Son 53 

Rowell, I.J 114 



